Overview
- Entertainment outlets cite an India TV News report suggesting the classical sitarist is being considered for the Season 20 lineup.
- Social media and fan pages have amplified the speculation, though the production has not released a contestant list.
- The new season is expected to launch around September 2026 with Salman Khan returning as host.
- Bhatt is a Baroda-trained musician and composer who earned a Gold Medal in performing arts after mentoring under eminent teachers.
- His sitar work features on films and series including Padmaavat, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, Bandish Bandits, Heeramandi, Kota Factory and Gullak, and he recently received an honorary doctorate in Switzerland.