Bigg Boss 9 Telugu: Popular comedian, Emmanuel to grace the reality show?

Bigg Boss 9 Telugu will start its new season from September 7, 2025. So far, a few noted faces have been locked for the show and this time, commoners will also grace the reality show.

TV star Emmanuel to grace Bigg Boss 9 Telugu

Bigg Boss 9 Telugu is all set to stream from September 7, 2025, on JioCinema/Hotstar. You can also watch the show on OTTplay Premium. We at OTTplay have been bringing you regular updates about the show.

Bigg Boss 9 Telugu latest update is here

Recently, we reported that ex-contestants Priyanka Jain, Manas, and Vijay Sunny will be gracing the show. Now, we have another interesting update about one of the most popular names on the small screen.

A source close to the team has revealed that popular comedian Emmanuel will be joining the show this season. Emmanuel, a well-known face on Telugu television, stars in the superhit comedy show Jabardasth, which streams on ETV Win.

Emmanuel had been invited to join previous seasons of Bigg Boss but declined due to scheduling conflicts. However, this time, he has made up his mind and decided to participate, though an official confirmation is still awaited.

This news has quickly gone viral in entertainment circles. Alongside Emmanuel, Shiva Kumar, the boyfriend of Priyanka Jain and a familiar face to Bigg Boss Telugu viewers, is also set to enter the house. But all eyes are now on Emmanuel, who is not only a beloved TV comedian but has also acted in a few Telugu films.

Emmanuel being paid big bucks to join Bigg Boss 9 Telugu

Emmanuel began his career with humble beginnings as a junior artist on Jabardasth. With each passing episode, he rose in popularity and now leads his own team on the show, which is produced by Mallemaala Entertainments. His entry into Bigg Boss has become a hot topic, and reports suggest that he is being paid a hefty remuneration to participate.

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More contestants are being finalized one after the other, and we will continue to bring you detailed updates. For now, Emmanuel and Siva Kumar are two of the confirmed and notable names locked for Bigg Boss 9 Telugu. Stay tuned for more!

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