Bigg Boss 5 is the fifth season of the popular Indian reality television show, which premiered on October 2, 2011. The show features contestants, known as housemates, living together in a specially designed house under constant surveillance. They compete in various tasks and challenges, with weekly eliminations based on public voting. The season was hosted by Salman Khan, a well-known Bollywood actor, who engaged with the contestants and the audience throughout the show. Bigg Boss 5 introduced new twists and themes, keeping viewers entertained and invested in the dynamics between the housemates.