Filmmaker and host Rohit Shetty has confirmed that Khatron Ke Khiladi will be returning for a new season. After rumors circulated that the show might be shelved, Shetty put all speculation to rest during his appearance on Bigg Boss 19.
Addressing the audience on Bigg Boss 19, where he stepped in for Salman Khan on the Weekend Ka Vaar episode, Shetty acknowledged the disappointment of fans who missed the show this year. He reassured viewers that Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 is indeed happening and is expected to air in January 2026.
Khatron Ke Khiladi is a stunt-based reality show where celebrity contestants face their fears head-on by performing daring tasks. The show has been a consistent favorite among Indian television viewers, blending elements of thrill, drama, and adventure. Rohit Shetty has been hosting the show since 2014, barring one season, and has become synonymous with its high-octane energy.
The last season, Khatron Ke Khiladi 14, was filmed in Romania and saw Karan Veer Mehra emerge as the winner.
Several names are being considered for Khatron Ke Khiladi 15, including contestants from Bigg Boss 18 and Bigg Boss 19. Some of the celebrities rumored to be in contention are Chum Darang, Avinash Mishra, Eisha Singh, Digvijay Rathee, Kashish Kapoor, Abhishek Bajaj, Baseer Ali, and Nehal Chudasama. Other names that have surfaced include Bhavika Sharma, Gaurav Khanna, Orry, Elvish Yadav, Gulki Joshi and Siddharth Nigam. Munawar Farooqui, Karan Kundrra, Isha Malviya, Basir Ali, Surbhi Jyoti, Erica Fernandes, Dhanashree Verma, Mallika Sherawat, Krushal Ahuja, Niti Taylor, Khushboo Patani have also been reported as potential contestants.
Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 will air on Colors TV. Episodes will likely be available for streaming on JioHotstar, which has been the digital streaming partner for Colors TV content in the past.
