Munawar Faruqui has added another award to his growing list of achievements after receiving the Iconic Gold Streaming Award for Popular Choice – Fan Favourite at the 2026 Mumbai event. The award recognises his popularity among viewers and comes as he prepares to make another appearance in the Bigg Boss franchise. Munawar has remained a familiar face for fans of the reality show since his own Bigg Boss journey, and his latest award once again highlights the strong connection he has built with the audience. His work and entertainment skills have helped him remain popular even after his season of the show came to an end.
Congratulations Champ on winning the Iconic Gold Streaming Award! ❤️🔥
— ᴛᴇᴀᴍ ᴍᴜɴᴀᴡᴀʀ ғᴀʀᴜǫᴜɪ™ (@ItsMunawarTeam) September 7, 2026
Well deserved! Your talent and hard work continue to shine. 👏🌟#MunawarFaruqui || #MKJW pic.twitter.com/CfNofb2oPa
Munawar is also set to enter the Bigg Boss 20 house during its second week. According to reports, he will enter alongside Farhana Bhatt, who was known as the ‘Rebellion Queen’ during the previous season. Their appearance is expected to bring a different element to the ongoing reality show, with the two reportedly entering the house to observe the contestants and reveal their true sides. Munawar’s return is particularly notable because he is not entering as a contestant this time. Instead, his presence will be connected to the ongoing developments inside the house.
Bigg Boss 20 premiered on September 6 on Colors TV and JioHotstar. The new season features several well known personalities, including boxing champion Mary Kom and actress Kanika Mann. With a fresh group of contestants, the show has already begun its latest journey with a mix of entertainment, competition and personal conflicts.
Munawar’s repeated association with Bigg Boss also shows how closely his name continues to be linked with the franchise. After winning Bigg Boss himself, he has remained connected with the show through different appearances and developments. His upcoming entry into Bigg Boss 20 gives viewers another opportunity to see him inside the house, although this time from a different position.
The latest award and his upcoming appearance also underline his continued popularity among Bigg Boss viewers. For fans who have followed his journey, his return could offer a familiar face while the new contestants begin establishing their own identities in the house.
