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The weekend episode of Bigg Boss Telugu Season 9 (October 4, Episode 28) turned out to be one of the most entertaining of the season, with host Nagarjuna proving yet again why his presence elevates the show. With a mix of humor, sharp observations, and solid feedback, he balanced appreciation for strong players and criticism for those falling behind.
Nagarjuna’s Star Ratings: Gold, Silver, and Black
For the first time this season, Nagarjuna introduced a star rating system to evaluate contestants’ performances. Players who made a strong impact received Golden Stars, those showing partial improvement were awarded Silver Stars, while housemates with no impact got Black Stars.
- Golden Star: Emmanuel stood out as the top performer. Nagarjuna praised his energy, entertainment value, and supportive nature, while also advising him to play more independently.
- Silver Stars: Sreeja, Suman Shetty, and Tanuja earned silver ratings. Nagarjuna told Sreeja to be consistent in her words, encouraged Suman to recognize his hidden potential, and warned Tanuja that unnecessary emotional attachments could sink her game.
- Black Stars: Harish and Flora were rated the weakest. With Flora receiving maximum disapproval from housemates, Nagarjuna directly nominated her for two weeks, cautioning her to prove her worth or exit.
Rithu’s Strategic Play Sparks Debate
One of the episode’s highlights was the spotlight on Rebel Rithu’s strategy. She claimed she deserved a Silver Star but narrowly missed Gold. Nagarjuna reminded her that while strategy is important, results matter more. Her decision to eliminate Kalyan was debated, but Nagarjuna supported it, saying: “For your win, you can eliminate anyone. That’s not wrong. But you must prove it with victories.”
The discussion triggered emotional moments, with Rithu defending her stance, Kalyan expressing disappointment, and Demon Pawan stirring up arguments.
Entertainment and Reality Check Combined
The episode wasn’t all serious; Nagarjuna also added his trademark humor. His playful banter with Harish about the “bean bag” left contestants laughing, while his sharp observations reminded everyone that the game is about consistency, strategy, and survival.
A Turning Point in the Game
With Flora’s double-week nomination, Emmanuel’s rise with the Golden Star, and several players reminded of their shortcomings, this weekend episode marked a turning point in the season. As the competition intensifies, Nagarjuna’s guidance continues to shape the dynamics inside the Bigg Boss house.