Bigg Boss 19: Jolly LLB duo to replace Salman Khan as hosts of Bigg Boss 19's Weekend Ka Vaar!

This weekend, Bigg Boss 19 will witness a rare twist in its hosting saga. Arshad Warsi, the original host of the very first season in 2006, is returning after nearly 18 years to co-host Weekend Ka Vaar. He'll be reportedly joined by his Jolly LLB 3 co-star, Akshay Kumar, as Salman Khan is absent this week. The episodes are set to air on September 13 and 14, offering fans a nostalgic yet fresh dynamic.

WhySalmanKhanIsMissing?

Salman Khan is currently engaged in an intense filming schedule of his upcoming war drama Battle of Galwan in the icy terrain of Ladakh. The shoot began earlier this week and includes high-altitude, physically demanding climax sequences, necessitated by looming harsh winter conditions. Given the tight schedule and remote location, returning to Mumbai for Bigg Boss was simply not feasible.

ArshadWarsi: TheOGBiggBossHost

Arshad Warsi’s return also carries a sense of nostalgia for long-time viewers. He was the very first host of Bigg Boss when the reality show debuted in India back in 2006. Though his stint lasted only one season before Salman Khan took over and became synonymous with the franchise, fans still remember Warsi’s quirky humour and effortless wit. 

Now, after a gap of 18 years, his comeback to the Weekend Ka Vaar stage marks a full-circle moment, rekindling memories of the show’s beginnings while promising a fresh spin alongside Akshay Kumar.

JollyLLB3TrailerFinallyDrops

Coinciding with this hosting switch, the trailer of Jolly LLB 3 released on September 10, 2025, featuring Arshad Warsi and Akshay Kumar in a courtroom face-off. With sharp humor and social commentary, the “double Jolly” has fans excited for the franchise’s big return.

Salman'sLadakhShoot: SpiritualStart&FirstLook

Meanwhile, Salman’s Ladakh schedule began with a Ganpati puja before diving into high-altitude climax scenes under Apoorva Lakhia’s direction. He also shared a rugged BTS look in military gear with a scar, sparking buzz about his gritty comeback role.