Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 5 officially premiered on Sunday, 26 March, with a spectacular launch event on Asianet. Hosted by Mohanlal, the fifth edition of Kerala’s biggest reality show introduced a brand-new set of contestants and promised viewers a season that was more original, more entertaining, and full of surprises.
Following the grand premiere, the show began its regular daily telecast from 27 March, while viewers could also watch the action live 24×7 through Disney+ Hotstar.
📋 Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 5 Launch Details
| 📌 Category | Details |
|---|---|
| 📺 Show | Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 5 |
| 🎤 Host | Mohanlal |
| 📅 Launch Date | Sunday, 26 March 2023 |
| 🕖 Launch Event | 7:00 PM |
| 📺 Channel | Asianet, Asianet HD, Asianet Middle East |
| 📱 OTT Streaming | Disney+ Hotstar (24×7 Live) |
🌟 Grand Premiere on Asianet
The launch episode introduced all the contestants entering the Bigg Boss house while Mohanlal welcomed viewers to another exciting season.
Ahead of the premiere, the host had hinted that Season 5 would be “more interesting and more original,” suggesting a completely fresh lineup of contestants without repeating familiar faces from previous seasons.
The launch ceremony officially unveiled all the housemates and marked the beginning of another competitive season filled with tasks, nominations, friendships, and unexpected twists.
👥 Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 5 Contestants
The official contestants announced during the launch were:
- ⭐ Reneesha Rahiman
- ⭐ Rinosh George
- ⭐ Cerena Ann Johnson
- ⭐ Sobha Viswanath
- ⭐ Sagar Surya
- ⭐ Vishnu Joshi
- ⭐ Angeline Mariya
- ⭐ Sreedevi Menon (Devu)
- ⭐ Junaiz VP
- ⭐ Akhil Marar
- ⭐ Anjuz Rosh
- ⭐ Maneesha K. S.
- ⭐ Aniyan Midhun
- ⭐ Nadira Mehrin
- ⭐ Aiswarya Suresh (Lachu)
- ⭐ Shiju Abdul Rasheed
- ⭐ Sruthi Lakshmi
- ⭐ Gopika Gopi
The diverse contestant lineup included actors, singers, influencers, entrepreneurs, fitness professionals, journalists, and a commoner contestant, making Season 5 one of the franchise’s most varied editions.
📺 Telecast Schedule
Following the launch event, Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 5 was telecast according to the following schedule:
- 📅 Monday to Friday: 9:30 PM
- 📅 Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 PM
The show was available on:
- 📺 Asianet
- 📺 Asianet HD
- 📺 Asianet Middle East
📱 Streaming and Online Voting
Alongside the television telecast, Disney+ Hotstar served as the official digital platform for the show.
Viewers could enjoy:
- 📹 24×7 live streaming
- 🎬 Full episodes
- 🗳️ Official online voting
- 📺 Episode highlights and exclusive clips
The audience played an important role in determining weekly eliminations through the official voting system.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
📅 When did Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 5 launch?
The grand premiere was telecast on Sunday, 26 March 2023, at 7:00 PM on Asianet.
🎤 Who hosted Season 5?
Mohanlal returned as the host for the fifth consecutive season.
📱 Where could viewers watch Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 5 online?
The show was available for 24×7 live streaming, full episodes, and online voting through Disney+ Hotstar.
🕘 What was the regular telecast timing?
Regular episodes aired Monday to Friday at 9:30 PM and Saturday & Sunday at 9:00 PM on Asianet.
