From Amitabh Bachchan To Kangana Ranaut, 14 Bollywood Actors Who Turned Reality Show Hosts

Amitabh Bachchan's calm, steady voice has carried Kaun Banega Crorepati through 18 seasons and still going strong. Salman Khan, meanwhile, remains the undisputed face of Bigg Boss, India's biggest reality show.

Over the years, other actors have stepped into hosting too. Kunal Kemmu and Ajay Devgn are among the newer names, and watching them bring their own charm and wit to the game has been genuinely fun.

1. Amitabh Bachchan – Kaun Banega Crorepati

Kaun Banega Crorepati sees contestants compete for a spot on the hot seat, where they answer general knowledge questions for a chance to win a big cash prize.

Amitabh Bachchan has been the face of the show for more than 18 seasons. His conversations with contestants and ability to add humour to intense moments have become a major part of KBC’s appeal.

2. Salman Khan – Dus Ka Dum, Bigg Boss

Dus Ka Dum tested contestants on their knowledge of Indian pop culture and their ability to predict how people would respond to different situations. The format often led to quirky and unexpected answers.

Salman Khan added his trademark humour and charm to the show, making the format entertaining while keeping the suspense intact.

He is also the defining face of Bigg Boss. The reality show brings contestants together under constant surveillance, without access to television, phones or the internet. They take part in tasks and face evictions while competing to win.

Salman's Weekend Ka Vaar episodes, where he interacts directly with the contestants, have become an important part of the franchise.

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3. Shah Rukh Khan – Kya Aap Paanchvi Pass Se Tez Hain?

Shah Rukh Khan has also tried his hand at reality television. He hosted Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 3 before Amitabh Bachchan returned to the show.

In 2008, he hosted Kya Aap Paanchvi Pass Se Tez Hain?, followed by Zor Ka Jhatka: Total Wipeout in 2011. His hosting stints have been marked by his trademark humour and charm.

4. Akshay Kumar – Wheel of Fortune

Akshay Kumar is no stranger to reality television, having previously hosted Khatron Ke Khiladi.

He recently took on hosting duties for Wheel of Fortune, an Indian adaptation inspired by the popular American game show. The show premiered on January 27, 2026, with Akshay bringing a relaxed and easy-going style to the format.

5. Ranveer Singh – The Big Picture

Ranveer Singh made his television hosting debut with Colors TV’s visual quiz show The Big Picture in 2021.

The show tested contestants on their visual memory and general knowledge. Ranveer’s high-energy personality became a key part of the format. The show premiered in October 2021 and ran for one season.

6. Ajay Devgn – Crime Patrol

Ajay Devgn stepped into television hosting with Crime Patrol 2026, replacing longtime presenter Anup Soni.

The new season premiered on Sony Entertainment Television on August 31, marking Devgn’s television hosting debut. His association with the long-running crime show brought a Bollywood star to the presenter’s chair.

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7. Riteish Deshmukh – Lock Upp Season 2

Riteish Deshmukh has had several television associations over the years. He made his television debut as a judge on India’s Dancing Superstar in 2013 and later hosted shows including Yaaron Ki Baraat and Vikta Ka Uttar.

He became the host of Bigg Boss Marathi in 2024 and returned for its sixth season in 2026.

More recently, Riteish hosted Lock Upp Season 2 alongside Farah Khan, taking over the reality show’s hosting duties.

8. Kangana Ranaut – Lock Upp

Kangana Ranaut hosted the first season of Lock Upp in 2022.

The reality show featured 16 controversial celebrities living together on a jail-themed set for 72 days. They took part in tasks, faced eliminations and revealed personal secrets. Munawar Faruqui won the first season.

Kangana later returned to the franchise as a special guest, Janta Ki Awaaz, during Season 2 in 2026.

9. Madhuri Dixit – Kon Honar Crorepati

Madhuri Dixit has been associated with television for years, particularly as a judge on dance reality shows. She made her TV judging debut with Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa and later became a familiar face on Dance Deewane.

She is now returning to television as the host of the Marathi quiz show Kon Honar Crorepati. The stint marks her return to hosting after 24 years.

10. Sonali Bendre – Pati, Patni Aur Panga

Sonali Bendre has previously judged reality shows including India’s Got Talent and Indian Idol.

She also stepped into the host’s role with Pati Patni Aur Panga alongside Munawar Faruqui. The show featured celebrity couples taking part in fun relationship-based challenges.

The show is returning for Season 2 on October 10 on Colors TV and JioHotstar. Rubina Dilaik and Abhinav Shukla won the first season.

11. Kunal Kemmu – Alliance

Kunal Kemmu is another Bollywood actor who has ventured into the reality television space. His association with shows such as Bigg Boss, Lock Upp and Alliance has brought him into formats known for celebrity drama, humour and controversies.

12. Karisma Kapoor – India’s Best Dancer

Karisma Kapoor joined India’s Best Dancer as a judge in Season 4 and continued in Season 5 alongside Terence Lewis, Geeta Kapur and Jaaved Jaaferi.

The actor brings her experience of Bollywood dance to the panel. She often shares memories from her iconic 1990s songs and interacts with contestants during their performances.

13. Shilpa Shetty – Nach Baliye, Maa Hai Na

Shilpa Shetty has been a familiar face on reality television. She has judged dance shows including Super Dancer alongside Geeta Kapur and Anurag Basu.

She has also expanded her television work into hosting with the OTT cooking-comedy series Maa Hai Na. The 10-episode non-fiction show brings Gen Z celebrities and their mothers, or adult children, together for a high-energy kitchen format.

So go on, revisit these shows and hit play. Sometimes all you need is a little trip back in time for some good old entertainment.