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The lights of the Bigg Boss house have barely dimmed following the grand finale of Season 9 in December, but the buzz for the next chapter is already deafening. In a surprising twist that has sent social media into a frenzy, industry insiders suggest that Bigg Boss Telugu Season 10 might not wait until the traditional September slot. Reports indicate that Star Maa is eyeing an early premiere in June or July 2026, aiming to kick off the decade celebrations sooner than expected.
Breaking the September Tradition
Since Season 2, the Telugu audience has been conditioned to expect Bigg Boss in the first week of September. It signals the start of the festive season (Dasara/Diwali) for television viewers.
However, sources claim the makers want to treat Season 10 as a “Special Event” rather than just another season. “The gap between seasons is usually 8-9 months. But for the 10th season, the channel wants to capitalize on the current momentum. A June launch would mean the show dominates the monsoon season and wraps up just as the major festival movies release in October,” a source revealed.
Why the Rush? Two Major Theories
Why would the makers advance the date by three months? Analysts point to two potential strategies:
The ‘Extended Season’ Plan: Rumor has it that Season 10 could be the longest season yet possibly stretching to 120 or 150 days. Starting in June would allow the show to run for five months and still conclude before the New Year, giving fans maximum content without dragging into the next year.
Beating the ‘Reality Fatigue’: With rival networks launching new reality formats (like the rumored Telugu version of Lock Upp or The 50), getting to the market first is crucial. An early launch locks in the audience before they get hooked on other shows.
The “OTT Prequel” Possibility
Another exciting theory circulating on X (formerly Twitter) is that the “Early Start” might actually be an OTT-exclusive prequel. Fans speculate that a 4-week mini-season on Disney+ Hotstar could start in May, with the top 5 contestants entering the main TV house in June. This would explain the early production activity at Annapurna Studios.
While official confirmation is awaited, fans should keep an eye out for the logo reveal, which usually drops 45 days before the premiere. If the June rumors are true, we could see the first teaser as early as April 2026.