Pranit More in Bigg Boss 19: Biography, Career and Journey in Bigg Boss 19
Mumbai, August 2025- Stand up comedy, controversies, radio shows and now the Bigg Boss stage. Such is the tale of Pranit More (34), a Mumbai based comedian who has now become a household name in India. His entry into Bigg Boss 19 has both made him the center of the national attention as well as given him a new chapter in his career. Gone are the times when Pranit worked as an MBA graduate and sales assistant then becoming a radio jockey, stage comic and now a television reality participant, his life has always been an action figure.
Childhood and School.
Pranit More was born on 7 July 1991 in Mumbai, Maharashtra. His original origins are based at Ratnagiri Khed region of his family. Owing to his middle-class upbringing and belonging to the Maharashtrian community, he was initially conditioned towards the concepts of discipline and hard work.
Pranit dreamt of being a commercial pilot in his childhood days. Inspiration of aircrafts prompted him to join aircraft maintenance engineering after his school life. But in six months he recognised that this was not his calling. He left and searched another career.
Shortly after that, he read a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS) course. He then went on to do MBA in Marketing in a leading prestigious institute Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research-Mumbai. Education provided him guidance, but with a creative mind in his head, he could not rest without finding an outlet.
Childhood and Low Point
Pranit established his initial career as a youngster in Mumbai like many youngsters in Mumbai, starting with small jobs. He was employed as a sales assistant in an auto-showroom. It began in very simple fashion, without shining lights of show business. He however, never lacked a sense of humor and having a keen eye to observe and people could laugh with him in his day-to-day conversations.
It had been during the MBA years that Pranit got to take a risk in an open mic competition. He is a stand-up comedian and did performances in the Canvas Laugh Club, a well-established comedy club in Mumbai. His performance won the competition and this gave him the confidence in taking comedy as a serious project.
Career in the field of Radio Jockey
His cleverness and voice earned him a gig in the radio as a radio jockey (RJ) at Mirchi FM in 2019. He entertained the viewers with his comical rants and cordialism on slot over a period of four years, until the year 2023.
During this time he also hosted such key events as:
Filmfare Awards Marathi
Filmfare OTTsV
As an RJ, it made him a good speaker in terms of time management and reach to the people. It became the ideal rehearsal before entering the full time soil of stand up comedy.
He Went to be a Stand-Up Comedian
Pranit then moved out of radio and concentrated on comedy. His live performances started attracting audience in the state of Maharashtra and then the whole of India. He established his trademark based on observational style of comedy; that is jokes about daily life, social behaviour, family interactions and cultural eccentrics.
His solo performances like,
Baap Ko Mat Sikha
Back Bencher
Its popularity resulted in various types of products starting to use it with youngsters and working professionals alike.
He also began sharing clips on YouTube using the name “Maharashtrian Babu” and he received over 1 million+ subscribers. In terms of Instagram, his followers were over 430,000 and this provided a strong platform online.
The Veer Pahariya Controversy
Early in 2025, Pranit was subject of a nationwide trending because of a controversy that hit him hard. In Solapur, a group of 1012 men beaten him up during a live show. They complained that his jokes on an actor, Veer Pahariya, had insulted them
This resulted in physical assault of Pranit who got injured. The case caused a furor in the entertainment sector. Comedians, free speech activists and fans criticized the assault.
Although Veer Pahariya had publicly separated himself with the violence and did not admit being part of it, Pranit confessed the incident transformed him. He stated that he now puts more care into his comedy, and is coming with an increased security entourage.
The legal proceeding of the assault that had occurred in Solapur was still pending at the time the he was being entered into Bigg Boss.
Correspondence to Bigg Boss 19
As Bigg Boss 19 was announced on Colors TV and JioCinema, the contestants who will be staying in the house are very much known TV faces and influencers with one unusual participant in the mix, Pranit More.
The new season with the motto: Iss Baar Chalegi Gharwalon Ki Sarkaar was launched on 24 August 2025. With an exciting host like Salman Khan, the season promised sheer drama, personal revelations and surprise friendships.
Ranit moved into the house full of confidence but also in interviews he said that he did not even know that the show prohibited the use of pens and clocks. His open disclosure of first time invitation was something that brought a sense of curiosity to the audiences.
Viral Attention- Watch Period After Entry
Soon after his entry, old videos of Pranit trolling Salman Khan came up on the net. The social media was quick to argue whether Salman will confront Tiway or ignore it. Others took to criticize Pranit, whose fans justified him to be free to make such jokes as a comedian.
This controversy helped him get publicity and he became one of the most discussed contestants of the initial week.
Character within the House
Pranit identifies himself as an ambivert- someone who can be outgoing and quiet. He said:
He is a person of patience and does not want to make drama.
He does not like loud behavior and double standards.
He does not intend to change and become a different person once he goes into the house to fake a character.
It was observed by viewers that he makes use a lot of humor to cut the tension in the house. His reserved but piquant interaction makes him distinct from the competitors who perform better through shouting contests.
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Also during premiere week, Pranit candidily talked about the Veer Pahariya attack.
This can further be seen with his banter with other contestants who displayed his light-hearted nature.
Salman Khan did it indirectly referring to past jokes but Pranit carried himself with a certain stature.
Fans liked that he could laugh at himself and still take composure.
Why Pranit is a Stand out in Bigg Boss 19
1. Real Story of Struggle- Unlike some of the other contestants whose family members are celebrities, Pranit through work and education has climbed to where he is.
2. Tranquil Persona – he does not shout at the camera to get footage but being clever and tactical.
3. Comedy Meets Reality TV -His brand of humor brings some relief in this serious Bigg Boss team.
4. Controversial But Realistic- He is never afraid to speak up things that are controversial in his life.
Social Media Buzz
There has been an increased fan following of Pranit since he made an entry in Bigg Boss. There is the use of hashtags such as PranitMoreInBB19 and MaharashtrianBabu, which trend on Twitter and Instagram. Clips of his one-liners within the house go viral on Reels and YouTube Shorts.
Some fans have already named him as the dark horse of Bigg Boss 19 saying that he has a chance to reach finals as long as he continues to use calm but humor-driven strategy.
Family Background
Ranit is a conservative Maharashtrian family. His parents continued their support in education as well as career choice even after he changed his course of engineering to business study and further to entertainment. His family is the greatest pillar of strength to him although they always like to stay away off the media spotlights.
Wealth and Lifestyle
According to the estimations of 2025, Pranit More may have the net worth of 2 to 3 crores, which he gained with the help of:
Performance across India
Youtube earning and brand deals
Hosting events, emcee -ing awards shows
Bigg Boss 19 entry fee
His life is quite down-to-earth, though he loves travelling and going to different places.
Future Plans
Within the house, Pranit has shown indications that he desires to branch out into acting, as well as OTT projects after Bigg Boss. His experience in the show will have much to do with this.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1 Who is Pranit More?
Pranit More Pranit More is a Mumbaikar born stand-up comedian, former radio jockey and YouTube content creator. In 2025, he was the participant of Bigg Boss 19.
Q2, How old is Pranit More?
His age is 34 years (7 July 1991).
Q3 What was the controversy of Pranit More?
In early 2025 he was assaulted during a performance in Solapur, following a joke about actor Veer Pahariya that displeased some individuals.
Q4 What is his motive in doing Bigg Boss 19?
He entered the show to become visible on the mainstream television with more than stand-up and social media, and to reveal his true character.
Q5What is the education of Pranit More?
He is an MBA in marketing graduate of the Welingkar Institute, Mumbai.
Q6 What are the comedy shows performed by Pranit More?
His solo performances have been in Baap Ko Mat Sikha and Back Bencher.
Q7 How rich is Pranit More?
Approx 2-3 crore in 2025.
Q8What is his social media following?
There are more than 1 million subscribers on YouTube and 430,000+ followers on Instagram.
Q9: What is Pranit doing in Bigg Boss 19?
To this point, he is presented as a poised, light-witted and even-keeled man. He is a serious candidate to the finals as many fans think.
Q10Was Salman Khan confronting him with stuff that he said in the past?
Videos have reappeared but Salman has taken it lightly so far. Logically, Ranit himself dealt with the issue in a mature way
Conclusion
The pioneer is a profile of a self-made artist who, out of his ordeals, created opportunities. Starting with dreaming of being a pilot to selling cars, to radio shows and now to YouTube fame, and to being pushed and shoved he has faced life on a rollercoaster.
Pranit has already established in Bigg Boss 19 that he is not another contestant and has some depth, strength is, and relatability. His sense of humor, patience, and honesty will enable him to stand-out as one of the best participants of this season.
To the audience, Pranit More not only acts as a comedian, but also a populist of sorts because he speaks on behalf of those ordinary Indians who have the heart to dream differently and laugh even through the tormented times.
