The Bigg Boss Malayalam Agni Pareeksha commoner selection process has reached an important stage, with only 12 contestants remaining from the original 40 participants. The selection show started on 15 August 2026 and is streaming on JioHotstar, along with its television telecast on Asianet.
Agni Pareeksha is being conducted ahead of the launch of Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8, giving commoners an opportunity to enter the main Bigg Boss house. Renesha Rehman is hosting the selection show, while Akhil Marar, Riyas Salim and Renjini Haridas are the judges.
After the latest eliminations, 28 contestants have been eliminated and 12 contestants remain in the competition. The main season of Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 is scheduled to launch on 6 September 2026.
Bigg Boss Agni Pareeksha Remaining Contestants
Based on the latest elimination results, these are the 12 commoners still remaining in Agni Pareeksha.
| Contestant | Profession |
|---|---|
| Pooja Sharath | Housewife |
| Shibina | Model |
| Eldho George | Teacher, Politician |
| Shijin S | Dance Coach |
| Afiyanaz AN | Corporate Manager |
| Loletta Loryne Rodrigues | Student |
| Rakesh Jacob | Carpenter |
| Shamon Shajahan | Ambulance Driver |
| Shiju Lal | Labourer |
| Shyam Shaji | Former Accountant |
| Sona Alex | Influencer |
| Tashi Raj | Digital Strategist |
These 12 contestants have survived the elimination rounds so far and remain in contention as the Agni Pareeksha commoner selection process moves towards its final stage.
28 Contestants Eliminated From Bigg Boss Agni Pareeksha
The latest results take the total number of eliminated contestants to 28. The eliminations have taken place across Episodes 3 to 9.
| Contestant | District |
|---|---|
| Amritha S | Kollam |
| Pranav S | Thiruvananthapuram |
| Alakananda | Kozhikode |
| Vishakh Vadassery | Thrissur |
| Rachana S | Palakkad |
| Praveen Mohan | Malappuram |
| Shinjith Babu | Kozhikode |
| Parvathy Narayan | Thiruvananthapuram |
| Aparna Suresh | Kozhikode |
| Nayana Balakrishnan | Malappuram |
| Raibin Raphel | Thrissur |
| Abhiram | Malappuram |
| Sabira Shareef | Kannur |
| Soni Azeem | Ernakulam |
| Rijo Johnson | Wayanad |
| Jetty P Thomas | Malappuram |
| Varsha Anna Viji | Alappuzha |
| Stinia Figarado | Ernakulam |
| Shano Thomas | Idukki |
| Nandakishor Siv | Palakkad |
| Anagha Chandran | Thrissur |
| Amal Mohan C | Palakkad |
| Aziya Nowrin | Ernakulam |
| Pooja J | Palakkad |
| Aradhya Tiya Antony | Thiruvananthapuram |
| Nithin S Das | Ernakulam |
| Biju Thomas | Thrissur |
| Rasha Palathinkal | Malappuram |
Agni Pareeksha Contestants – Current Status
| Details | Latest Update |
|---|---|
| Show | Bigg Boss Malayalam Agni Pareeksha |
| Commoner Selection Started | 15 August 2026 |
| Total Contestants | 40 |
| Eliminated | 28 |
| Remaining | 12 |
| Host | Renesha Rehman |
| Judges | Akhil Marar, Riyas Salim, Renjini Haridas |
| Television | Asianet |
| Streaming | JioHotstar |
| Main Season | Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 |
| Season 8 Launch Date | 6 September 2026 |
Who Will Enter Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8?
With 28 of the 40 contestants now eliminated, the focus is firmly on the remaining 12 commoners. Further rounds of Agni Pareeksha will determine who progresses through the selection process and gets the opportunity to be part of the main Bigg Boss Malayalam show.
The Mohanlal-hosted Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 will officially begin on 6 September 2026. Until then, Agni Pareeksha will continue to narrow down the commoner contestants ahead of the new season.
Stay tuned to Kerala TV for the latest Bigg Boss Malayalam Agni Pareeksha results, eliminations, selected contestants and Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 updates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Agni Pareeksha the main season of Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8?
No. Bigg Boss Malayalam Agni Pareeksha is the commoner selection process conducted ahead of the main season. Selected commoners from Agni Pareeksha will get the opportunity to enter the Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 house.
When is Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 starting?
Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 will launch on 6 September 2026. Mohanlal returns as the host of the reality show.
Who are the contestants of Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8?
The complete contestant lineup will be revealed during the Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 launch episode. The new season will welcome celebrities along with the commoners selected through Agni Pareeksha.
Is Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 live streaming available?
Yes. 24×7 live streaming of Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 will be available on JioHotstar, allowing viewers to follow activities inside the Bigg Boss house beyond the regular television episodes.
