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The makers of "Bigg Boss 9" are yet to make an announcement regarding the final list of celebrity contestants who will participate in the controversial reality show. But looks like Kamaal R Khan, also known as KRK, has spilled the beans. 

The ex-Bigg Boss contestant revealed the names of 15 celebrity contestants, who will participate in the controversial show. KRK, who calls himself No.1 critic, also said that the name of the 16th contestant is not yet known. 

"Bigg Boss 9" will premiere on television on 11 October at 9 pm. The show will be hosted by none other than "Prem Ratan Dhan Payo" actor Salman Khan. 

Check out the names of the 15 celebrity contestants, as per KRK. 

Aman Verma: Television and Bollywood actor Verma has been missing from limelight. Verma has worked in television serials, including "Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi" and "Kehta Hai Dil", and movies, including "Sangharsh".

Kishwer Merchantt: Television actress, best known for her role in Zee TV's "Hip Hip Hurray", will also reportedly participate in "Bigg Boss 9".

Suyyash Rai: This television actor, who is dating Kishwer Merchantt, was last seen in Star Plus's "Phir Bhi Na Maane Badtameez Dil" show.

Roopal Tyagi and Ankit Gera: This "Sapne Suhane Ladakpan" fame, who are also ex-couple, will reportedly participate in Salman Khan's "Bigg Boss 9".

Digangana Suryavanshi: "Ek Veer Ki Ardaas...Veera" actress Digangana Suryavanshi is among the confirmed contestants list provided by Kamaal R Khan.

Mandana Karimi: "Bhaag Johnny" actress Mandana Karimi was named as first confirmed contestant of "Bigg Boss 9", before she denied it. However, Kamaal R Khan has said that she will be a part of the show.

Keith Sequeira: VJ Keith Sequeira, who was last seen in "Diya Aur Baati Hum", will take part in the reality show.

Arvind Vegda: Gujarati singer Arvind Vegda, who is known for his versatility, will entertain viewers from the "Bigg oss" house.

Rimi Sen: This 34-year-old actress has worked with Salman in "Kyon Ki" and Abhishek Bachchan in "Dhoom" and "Dhoom 2" movies. Rimi will be among the 16 celebrity contestants who will participate in the show, according to KRK.

Prince Narula: "MTV Roadies X2" winner Prince Narula will be another celebrity contestant.

Vikas Bhalla: Television, film actor and singer, who is the son-in-law of Prem Chopra, is said to be quite close to Salman. He was seen in a cameo appearance in the film "Jai Ho".

Rochelle Maria Rao: The Femina Miss India International 2012 winner has participated in reality shows, including "Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi Darr Ka Blockbuster"

Sahil Khan: This Bollywood actor made his debut in the comedy film "Style" (2001). More than films, the actor managed to remain in news for his controversies. He allegedly got into a fight with Sana Khan's boyfriend and later he revealed scandalous pictures of himself with Tiger Shroff's mother Ayesha Shroff. According to his Facebook post, he has moved to Spain, but if reports of him entering "Bigg Boss" house is true than he will soon come back to India.

Mahhi Vij: Mahhi Vij, married to television and film actor Jay Bhanushali, will participate in the show, but there are also rumours that she will be in "Khatron Ke Khiladi 7".