Bigg Boss Telugu Season 9 is off to a fiery start with celebrities and commoners competing together. Just five days in, nine contestants, Shrushti Varma, Flora Shiney, Ritu Chowdary, Sanjana Galrani, Tanuja Gowda, Suman Shetty, Ramu Rathod, Damon Pawan, and Emmanuel, are nominated, while Sanjana stays safe as captain. The first elimination has already sparked tension and debate among fans.

Meanwhile, Bigg Boss Buzz returns with a twist as Sivaji takes over hosting duties from Arjun Ambati under the new title Bigg Boss Butterfly Effect.

With his sharp style and powerful dialogues, Shivaji is set to grill evicted contestants about gameplay and secrets, adding extra drama outside the house.