The excitement surrounding Bigg Boss Agnipariksha Season 2 continues to grow as fans eagerly await the digital reality show’s return. While the makers are yet to announce the official format, social media discussions suggest that the upcoming season could be longer than its predecessor.
For those unfamiliar with the format, Bigg Boss Agnipariksha Season 1 was officially announced by host Nagarjuna on July 31, 2025. During the announcement, he revealed that 45 commoners had been shortlisted to compete in a challenging pre-show, where they had to prove themselves through a series of tough tasks to earn a place in the Bigg Boss Telugu house.
The first season premiered on August 22, 2025, and concluded on September 5, 2025, streaming exclusively on JioHotstar. The digital pre-show consisted of 15 episodes, giving contestants a limited time to impress the audience and the makers before the main reality show began.
Now, the latest social media buzz hints at a major change for Agnipariksha Season 2. According to ongoing rumours, the makers are planning to increase the episode count from 15 to around 22 episodes. If this speculation turns out to be true, contestants will have more time to showcase their personalities, participate in challenging tasks, and strengthen their chances of entering the Bigg Boss house.
Fans believe that extending the pre-show could make the competition even more intense, especially with expectations of a larger number of contestants and tougher challenges this season. The longer format may also provide viewers with a deeper look into each contestant’s journey before the main show begins.
However, it is important to note that the makers have not officially confirmed the 22-episode format. Until an official announcement is made, fans should treat these reports as speculation. Nevertheless, the rumoured expansion has already created significant excitement, making Bigg Boss Agnipariksha Season 2 one of the most anticipated Telugu reality shows of 2026.