Bigg Boss Telugu 9 Kicks Off with Dual-House Twist and Owners vs. Tenants Theme

The ninth season of Bigg Boss Telugu premiered on September 7, 2025, with Nagarjuna Akkineni returning as the charismatic host. This season introduced a groundbreaking dual-house setup and the innovative owners vs. tenants theme, featuring 15 contestants - six commoners as owners and nine celebrities as tenants.

From the very beginning, the house was filled with tension, as the contestants clashed in tasks and formed rivalries. Comedian Emmanuel's impeccable timing and performance skills quickly won over the audience, while the budding romance between Rithu Chowdary and Demon Pavan sparked a frenzy online. Sanjana Galrani emerged as the season's first captain, setting the stage for high-stakes drama.

Amidst the chaos, choreographer-actress Shrasti Verma struggled to connect with viewers. Despite her popularity for her dance sequences in Pushpa 2, Shrasti's efforts in the Bigg Boss tasks fell flat, leading to her becoming the first evictee of the season after garnering the fewest public votes. Post-eviction, it was revealed that Shrasti had commanded a weekly remuneration of Rs. 2 lakhs, making her one of the highest-paid contestants in Bigg Boss Telugu history.