Bhojpuri Bawaal brings Pawan Singh, Nirahua, Aamrapali Dubey, Kajal Raghwani and Tej Pratap Yadav together for candid conversations, rivalries and unfiltered celebrity drama, premiering August 2 on JioHotstar and Colors.
Vaishnavi Gavankar
July 13, 2026 / 21:48 IST
Bhojpuri Bawaal first glimpse on JioHotstar: Nirahua claims show will go ‘Bigg Boss Ke Upar’; premieres August 2
- “Bhojpuri Bawaal” premieres August 2 on JioHotstar & Colors.
- India’s first premium Bhojpuri celebrity reality series.
- Features stars like Pawan Singh, Nirahua, Aamrapali Dubey.
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JioHotstar and Colors have unveiled the first glimpse of Bhojpuri Bawaal, India’s first premium celebrity follow reality series, ahead of its premiere on August 2. The show brings together some of the biggest names in Bhojpuri entertainment, including Pawan Singh, Dinesh Lal Yadav, popularly known as Nirahua, Aamrapali Dubey, Kajal Raghwani and Tej Pratap Yadav.
The first glimpse opens with the stars seated around a dinner table, apparently discussing how the show should be introduced to audiences. However, the calm does not last long. Friendly banter soon turns into sharp debate as the celebrities begin teasing one another and addressing rumours, controversies and public perceptions that have followed them over the years.
The video sets the tone for a format that promises candid conversations, personal revelations and plenty of drama without relying on scripted tasks or eliminations. Instead, Bhojpuri Bawaal will follow the real lives of its cast as they deal with fame, ambition, family, friendships, rivalries and the pressures that come with superstardom.
The biggest talking point from the glimpse comes at the end when Nirahua declares, “Yeh Bhojpuri Bawaal… Bigg Boss ke upar jayega.” The statement, delivered with confidence and trademark swagger, has already added to the curiosity surrounding the show.
Speaking about the series, Pawan Singh said, “People have heard countless stories about us over the years. Some true, some exaggerated and many completely made up. This show gives audiences an opportunity to know who we really are beyond the headlines. What you’ve seen in this glimpse is just the beginning.”
Nirahua added, “The best part about Bhojpuri Bawaal is that nobody is pretending to be perfect. We laugh together, argue together, pull each other’s leg and speak our minds. That’s what makes this journey real. Aur haan… jo maine end mein bola hai, uska jawab audience 2nd August se khud de degi.”
Aamrapali Dubey said the show would allow fans to see what happens beyond the camera, while Kajal Raghwani stressed that the series is not about manufacturing drama but about showing real relationships and personalities. Tej Pratap Yadav said the heartland has always had stories deserving of a larger platform and that the show captures that spirit honestly.
With its unfiltered approach and high-profile cast, Bhojpuri Bawaal aims to offer audiences an unseen look at the celebrity universe of Bhojpuri entertainment. The series will premiere on August 2, exclusively on JioHotstar and Colors for audiences nationwide.
Vaishnavi Gavankar is a senior entertainment journalist with over 8 years of experience covering Bollywood, Television, OTT platforms, and regional cinema.
first published: Jul 13, 2026 09:48 pm
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