Salman Khan’s reality show Bigg Boss 19 is already making headlines weeks before its grand premiere. This year, the twist lies with the audience, as fans will decide who gets to enter the house. Two names have been shortlisted – Shahbaz Badesha, brother of Shehnaaz Gill, and popular YouTuber Mridul Tiwari. The final entry will depend on public voting, and the buzz around Mridul is stronger than ever.
The entire YouTube community, including ex-contestants Elvish Yadav and Rajat Dalal, are leaving no stone unturned to ensure his entry.
Who Is Mridul Tiwari?
Mridul Tiwari is a well-known YouTuber with more than 18 million subscribers on his channel The Mridul. He gained massive popularity after his 2019 viral video School Life. Born on March 7, 2001, in Etawah, Uttar Pradesh, the 24-year-old creator is now based in Noida.
A graduate of Meerut University, Mridul is recognised for his comedy sketches that strike a chord with young audiences. He has two sisters (Pragati and Manisha) and lives with his parents. Despite being in the public eye, Mridul remains unmarried and has not revealed any relationship details.
Mridul Tiwari: Net Worth And Lifestyle
According to estimates, Mridul Tiwari’s net worth is around $7.35 million (approx. Rs 61 crore). His success on YouTube has not only brought him fame but also luxury. He owns several high-end cars, including a Lamborghini Huracan and a Porsche 718 Boxter. In 2023, he even shared a post calling his Lamborghini the “World’s 1st Lamborghini with Jai Shree Ram.”
Within just one year of starting his channel, Mridul achieved 100k subscribers. By March 2020, he crossed the 1 million mark, earning both the Silver and Gold Play Buttons from YouTube. Recently, he was also listed among the Top 10 Indian Creators on the platform.
His Controversies
In March 2025, Mridul faced controversy when his Lamborghini was involved in an accident in Noida. The car hit two labourers from Chhattisgarh, who were injured but reported to be in stable condition. The driver (identified as Deepak) was arrested, and the luxury car was seized by police.
What To Expect From Bigg Boss 19
This season of Bigg Boss 19 promises to be longer than usual. While earlier editions lasted for three months, reports suggest this one could stretch to five months. Salman Khan will host for the initial three months, after which names like Karan Johar, Farah Khan, and Anil Kapoor may step in.
The show is set to premiere on August 24, and apart from Mridul Tiwari and Shahbaz Badesha, other popular names such as Mr Faisu and Payal Gaming are also rumoured to be part of the line-up.
Last season saw Karan Veer Mehra lift the trophy, with Vivian Dsena as runner-up.
