The Times Of India | Sep 08, 2025 , 10:43:14 IST

Bigg Boss Telugu 9 Launch Highlights: Nagarjuna Akkineni 'locks' 15 contestants in the house

Bigg Boss Telugu Season 9 kicked off with a bang as host Nagarjuna Akkineni returned to the stage with unmatched energy and style. The premiere episode was nothing short of a spectacle, filled with electrifying performances, emotional moments, surprise twists, and the much-anticipated contestant reveals.This season introduces a first-ever double house concept, adding a fresh and intriguing twist to the format. One house is lavish and well-equipped, while the other is minimalist with limited amenities—promising to test the contestants’ adaptability and mental strength like never before.The major highlight of the launch was the reveal of the top 13 commoners who were selected through the intense Agnipariksha round, judged by former Bigg Boss contestants. Out of these, only six commoners made it into the Bigg Boss house: Srija Dammu, Priya, Demon Pawan, Harita Harish, Kalyan Padala, and Maryada Manish.Joining them are eight celebrity contestants who bring their own fan base and personalities to the show. The celebrities this season include Sanjjanaa Galrani, Suman Setty, Thanuja Puttaswamy, Flora Saini, Jabardasth Emmanuel, Rithu Chowdary, Bharani Shankar, Shrasti Verma, and Ramu Rathod.In a dramatic twist, Nagarjuna announced that the commoners will occupy the main house, while the celebrity contestants will have to begin their journey in the second house with fewer luxuries. This unexpected power shift sets the tone for what promises to be a high-voltage, drama-filled season.
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