'Bigg Boss 12' to have a new twist

Salman Khan will be returning as the host of the show

Makers of the hit reality TV show, Bigg Boss have announced the details of their upcoming season 12. The show will now have couples for participants, reported Hindustan Times.

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Bigg Boss has seen a major drop in viewers which is why the makers have decided to bring something new to the table.

Announcing the auditions for the upcoming season, Indian TV channel Colors TV tweeted:

#BiggBoss12 is coming soon and this time we're looking for jodis! So bring a partner along with you to the @BiggBoss house for twice the dhamaal! Auditions now open! #RisingStar2GrandFinale

— ColorsTV (@ColorsTV) April 15, 2018

While the tweet did not explicitly mention what kind of couples the show is looking for, reports suggest that the makers are looking for romantic couples.

A report by The Indian Express quoted a source, mentioning, "Bigg Boss is one of the most watched shows across the world and the show-runners make an effort to bring something new for its viewers every year. While the partner angle was played during the ninth season themed - Double Trouble - this would be special, as for the first time, contestants will get to participate with their loved ones."

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With the new format of the show, fans were also concerned if Salman Khan will be hosting the show this time as well as the actor was recently involved in a court case. However, it's been confirmed that the 52-year-old actor will be returning to the Bigg Boss stage for season 12.

Colors TV believes that despite busy schedules, Salman has always been on time for his Bigg Boss shoots. In addition, he has also added much needed star value to the show.

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Apart from Bigg Boss 12, Salman has a game show, Dus Ka Dum lined up as well, which will be premiering in July 2018.

This article originally appeared on Hindustan Times.

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