Sudeep returns as the host of Bigg Boss Kannada season 9. Just days after the successful completion of the debut season of Bigg Boss Kannada OTT, the reality show is set to return for a new season. The first edition of the show’s OTT version lasted for just 42 days with Kannada superstar Sudeep as its host.
In a first, the four finalists of the OTT version will get to directly enter the main show, which will give them a strategic advantage over the 14 other newcomers. It remains to be seen how Roopesh Shetty, Aryavardhan, Sanya Iyer and Rakesh Adiga will use their home-ground advantage against the new contestants this season.
“I am indeed as enthralled as all the viewers to see how this season is going to be since it involves a unique and new strategy. Having veterans and the fresh faces in the same house for 100 days and watching them pull the whole scenario off is something I would enjoy hosting it. It will be interesting to see the dynamics at play,” said Sudeep, who has been the face of the reality show in Kannada since its inception in 2013.
The showrunners are also betting on the imbalance in power dynamics among the housemates to fetch a lot of surprising results this season, which will run for the full 100 days. “This season of BIGG BOSS Kannada is going to be full of surprises and the greatest ever season in terms of contestants, tasks, fun, emotions and entertainment. The combination of BIGG BOSS Kannada seniors from both broadcast and OTT, and fresh house inmates itself can be the craziest mix that one can ever imagine. I am very sure that it is going to surpass all the previous seasons and even the expectations of audiences. I have no doubt that this season is going to keep viewers hooked and wanting more,” said Parameshwar Gundkal, Business Head, Colors Kannada.
Bigg Boss Kannada season 9 will be launched at a grand event, which is set to premiere on Colors Kannada at 6PM today. Fans of the show can also stream the four-hour event on Voot Select.
Anupama Anandkumar is the last contestant of the season to enter the house tonight. She was a contestant in season 5. And this time she says, she re-entered the show as an evolved person.
Kavya Shree has completed 3000 episodes in one of the longest-running television series in Kannada, Mangala Gowri Maduve. She is a household name and she aims to redefine her public persona with this reality show.
Aishwarya Pissay is an off-road racer and she has won many international competitions. She is adventurous and seems courageous, confident and eager to explore new experiences.
Aryavardhan and Rakesh Adiga are the 14th and 15th contestants to enter the house tonight. They were two of the four finalists of Bigg Boss Kannada OTT.
Rupesh Rajanna is a popular Kannada activist. Before taking the plunge into activism, he tried his hand in acting and talent shows. He was training to be a singer before he gravitated towards language activism. He says that he intends to use the Bigg Boss Kannada platform to share his thoughts with the people of Karnataka. Rupesh enthrals Sudeep with his mimicry skills.
Vinod Gobbaragola is the first-time contestant on the show. However, he's a known face among the Kannada television audience, thanks to his comedy skits in the talent show Majaa Bharatha. He promises to make everyone laugh in the house.
Amulya Gowda is among the new faces on the show. She became famous with the Kannada television audience with her performance in serials like Yaariguntu Yaarigilla and Kamali. She feels her short temperament could be a drawback on the show. Among the previous contestants, she liked Deepika Das.
Prashanth Sambargi was a contestant in season 8. He was known for his bad temperament on the show. He was among the top five finalists in the previous season. This time he wants to win the trophy. He has promised his wife that this season he will be friendly with other housemates and won't flirt.
Darsh Chandrappa is a television actor and entrepreneur. While acting remains his passion, he pursues various business opportunities to pay his bills. He hopes his participation in the show will revive his acting career.
Nawaz is a YouTube film reviewer. He's known for reviewing films in rhymes. He identifies himself as a comedian. Nawaz's father thinks he will be out of the house by the end of the first week. Let's wait and watch.
Deepika Das makes a glamorous entry with a dance performance. She was a contestant in season 7. And she had made an impression on the show with her performances in tasks and ended up among the top five finalists of the season. "I didn't want to miss the opportunity to be on the show a second time. I was missing the house," she says. "I was excited the first time but I'm nervous now." She is also famous for her role in Naagini.
Mayuri is the second contestant to enter this season. A native of Hubli became a household name in Karnataka, thanks to her role in Ashwini Nakshatra.
Arun Sagar lets his hair down as soon as he enters the house. He begins to entertain the audience as he walks around the house. He's given the task to allot beds to the other contestants as they enter the house. The catch: 18 contestants will enter the house, but there are only 15 beds.
Arun Sagar says he has no fear or nervousness to re-enter the show. He notes that his "reactions" depends on the "actions" of other housemates. "I'm going to win this season," he promises.
Arun Sagar is the first contestant to enter season 9. He was also a contestant in the show's season one. In his previous stint on the show, he had finished runner-up. A video giving a glimpse of Arun Sagar's journey in season one is played.
Sudeep enters the stage in style as the theme song from his previous film Vikrant Rona plays in the background. In a short speech, he looks back at the 10 years of journey of the reality show. He underlines that half of the contestants this time already have participated in the previous seasons
Celebrities Divya Ududuga, RJ Sunil, Deepika Das, Arun Sagar, and Prashanth Sambargi are said to be among 18 contestants who will enter the show tonight. Roopesh Shetty, Aryavardhan, Sanya Iyer and Rakesh Adiga are the confirmed contestants of this season.