Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 5 marked the return of one of the biggest reality shows on Malayalam television. Hosted by Mohanlal, the fifth season premiered on 26 March 2023 on Asianet, bringing together a fresh group of celebrity contestants to compete inside the iconic Bigg Boss house.
With new tasks, weekly eliminations, and unexpected twists, the season continued the successful journey of the Malayalam edition of the globally acclaimed Big Brother format.
📋 Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 5 Overview
| 📺 Category | 📌 Details |
|---|---|
| Show | Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 5 |
| Launch Date | 26 March 2023 |
| Channel | Asianet |
| Host | Mohanlal |
| Original Streaming Platform | Disney+ Hotstar |
| Current Streaming Platform | JioHotstar |
| Live Streaming | 24×7 |
🎤 Mohanlal Returns as Host
Mohanlal continued his successful association with the franchise by hosting Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 5. His weekend episodes, contestant interactions, and elimination announcements remained one of the biggest attractions of the show.
Every season begins with Mohanlal introducing the contestants before they enter the Bigg Boss house for their challenging journey.
🏆 Bigg Boss Malayalam Winners Before Season 5
Before the launch of Season 5, the franchise had completed three successful seasons, while Season 2 was discontinued due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
| 🏆 Season | 👑 Winner | 🥈 Runner-up |
|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | Sabumon Abdusamad | Pearle Maaney |
| Season 2 | Cancelled | — |
| Season 3 | Manikuttan | Sai Vishnu |
| Season 4 | Dilsha Prasannan | Muhammad Diligent Blesslee |
⭐ Memorable Contestants from Earlier Seasons
Several contestants became fan favourites and played an important role in shaping the popularity of Bigg Boss Malayalam.
🎭 Season 1 Highlights
- ⭐ Sabumon Abdusamad
- ⭐ Pearle Maaney
- ⭐ Ranjini Haridas
- ⭐ Archana Suseelan
- ⭐ Aristo Suresh
Sabumon Abdusamad won the inaugural season, while Pearle Maaney finished as the runner-up.
🎭 Season 2 Highlights
Although the season ended prematurely because of the pandemic, several contestants attracted significant public attention.
Notable contestants included:
- ⭐ Dr. Rajith Kumar
- ⭐ Arya
- ⭐ Alina Padikkal
- ⭐ Veena Nair
- ⭐ Manju Pathrose
- ⭐ Somadas
Season 2 remains one of the most discussed editions due to its unexpected conclusion.
🎭 Season 3 Highlights
Season 3 delivered many memorable moments and competitive performances.
Popular contestants included:
- ⭐ Manikuttan
- ⭐ Sai Vishnu
- ⭐ Bhagyalakshmi
- ⭐ Dimpal Bhal
- ⭐ Firoz Khan
- ⭐ Ramzan Muhammed
- ⭐ Soorya J Menon
- ⭐ Noby Marcose
Manikuttan emerged as the winner after an impressive journey throughout the season.
🎭 Season 4 Highlights
Season 4 produced several highly popular contestants and generated extensive audience engagement.
Some of the most talked-about contestants were:
- ⭐ Dilsha Prasannan
- ⭐ Muhammad Diligent Blesslee
- ⭐ Dr. Robin Radhakrishnan
Dilsha Prasannan became the first female winner of Bigg Boss Malayalam, while Blesslee finished as the runner-up. Dr. Robin Radhakrishnan emerged as one of the most popular contestants in the history of the franchise.
📱 Watch Bigg Boss Malayalam Online
When Season 5 premiered in 2023, viewers could watch daily episodes and 24×7 live streaming through Disney+ Hotstar.
Today, all new seasons of Bigg Boss Malayalam are available on JioHotstar, featuring:
- 🎥 Daily Episodes
- 🔴 24×7 Live Streaming
- 🗳️ Official Online Voting
- 📱 Exclusive Digital Content
🔥 Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 Introduces Agnipareeksha
The franchise has continued to evolve with every season.
For Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8, Asianet introduced Agnipareeksha, a dedicated Commoner Selection module that allows aspiring participants to compete for a place in the main Bigg Boss house.
📅 Season 8 Highlights
| 🔥 Feature | 📌 Details |
|---|---|
| Agnipareeksha Begins | 15 August 2026 |
| Purpose | Commoner Selection |
| Host | Mohanlal |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar |
| Official Voting | JioHotstar |
🌟 A New Chapter Begins
The launch of Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 5 continued the remarkable success of the franchise, introducing a new batch of contestants while carrying forward the excitement, entertainment, and audience engagement that made the previous seasons memorable.
📝 Editorial Note: This article was originally published ahead of the launch of Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 5 in 2023, when Disney+ Hotstar was the official streaming platform. It has since been updated with the latest information about JioHotstar, Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8, and Agnipareeksha, while preserving the original launch announcement and historical context.
