Actor Manish Goel has entered Bigg Boss 20 as the first wildcard contestant, surprising housemates and host Salman Khan. A familiar face from shows like Anupamaa and Bhabhi, he has worked in television since 1996. Fans are talking about his long career as he joins the popular reality show today.

Actor Manish Goel has entered Bigg Boss 20 as the first wildcard contestant, surprising housemates and host Salman Khan.

Bigg Boss 20 has its first wildcard contestant, and no, he's not a newcomer! Manish Goel, who initially came on the show as a guest, is now officially entering the house as a contestant. If you've been watching Hindi TV for years, chances are you've seen Manish on your screen before.

From daily soaps and dance reality shows to winning a celebrity cooking show, Manish has done quite a bit on television. So, before the housemates get to know him, let's find out a little more about the man.

Who Is Manish Goel?

If shows like Bhabhi, Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii and Kasautii Zindagii Kay were part of your TV routine, you might already know Manish. The actor has been working in the television industry for decades and has appeared in several popular serials. He's also been part of shows like Devi, Bhagyalakshmi, Ayushman Bhava, Tantra and Hamari Wali Good News. More recently, he appeared in Anupamaa as Raghav Singh.

Manish has also acted in films like Hum Phirr Milein Na Milein, where he was credited as a writer too, and Hanak.

Manish Goel Has Been On Reality TV Before

Bigg Boss is not Manish's first reality show. He participated in the first season of Nach Baliye with his wife, Poonam Narula. The couple made it all the way to the finale but finished as runners-up. He also appeared in Zara Nachke Dikha, Say Shava Shava and Ustaadon Ka Ustaad. And here's something you might not know: Manish has already won a reality show! In 2013, he won the celebrity cooking show Welcome, Baazi Mehmaan Nawazi Ki. He later hosted BIG Memsaab as well.

What Are Fans Saying About Manish's Entry?

Manish's entry has got viewers talking, especially after some realised just how long he's been in the industry. One user wrote on X, "Bro, I just Googled New wildcard Manish Goel and this man has been working in television since 1996 Some contestants weren't even BORN when bro started acting."

Another viewer shared their thoughts on what his entry could mean for the game, writing, "The first wildcard Manish seems like he won't cause much problems like their won't be a huge change in dynamics."