The excitement has reached fever pitch as Bigg Boss 9 Telugu Agnipariksha is all set to begin on August 22, 2025, streaming exclusively on Jio Hotstar. Unlike the usual Bigg Boss format, this season comes with a unique twist: along with audience votes and house tasks, the contestants will also face direct scrutiny from a judging panel. Popular anchor Sreemukhi will host the show, while Navdeep, Abhijeet, and Bindu Madhavi step in as judges, promising to deliver sharp and straightforward verdicts.
The newly released promo has already created buzz by revealing the diverse line-up of contestants. Here is the official list of contestants entering the Agnipariksha arena this year:
The inclusion of judges Navdeep, Abhijeet, and Bindu Madhavi sets this season apart. Known for their blunt opinions, they have already indicated that contestants will be judged not just on popularity but also on performance, discipline, and attitude. This twist will make the competition even tougher, as participants must impress both the audience and the judges to survive.