
Abijeet Duddala on Friday won the fourth season of Bigg Boss Telugu. He took home the winner’s trophy and prize money of Rs 25 lakh.
The fourth season, hosted by Nagarjuna, premiered on September 6 with Surya Kiran, Monal Gajjar, Abijeet Duddala, Lasya Manjunath, Sujatha, Ariyana Glory, Syed Sohel Ryan, Alekhya Harika, Devi Nagavalli, Mehaboob Shaikh, Amma Rajasekhar, Karate Kalyani, Noel Sean, Divi Vadthya, Akhil Sarthak and Gangavva as contestants.
This season was special because it happened during an unprecedented time in human history. The COVID-19 outbreak affected all aspects of our lives, including home entertainment. And Bigg Boss Telugu came as a blessing to remove the dullness of lockdown. The showrunners deserve an extra round of applause for bringing us this show amid a pandemic.
After speaking to the winner Abijeet and the first runner-up Akhil, Nagarjuna talks to Abijeet's parents. Soon, Nagarjuna and Chiranjeevi bid their goodbyes to the viewers, drawing curtains to season 4 of Bigg Boss Telugu.
Chiranjeevi tells contestants to never forget what Bigg Boss has taught them. He says, "Bigg Boss is like an institution where you learn about life."
Abijeet takes Bigg Boss Telugu Season 4 trophy, a bike and Rs 25 lakhs. Akhil thanked the audience for voting for him and bringing him to the top 2 of the show. "The journey has been nothing less than a dream. To be able to speak while sharing the stage with Nagarjuna sir and Chiranjeevi sir is just unbelievable. Thank you all," Akhil says.
Abijeet says, "I never imagined sharing the stage with Telugu film industry's two big stars Nagarjuna and Chiranjeevi. I pay tribute to my audience for their love."
Nagarjuna and Chiranjeevi announce Abijeet Duddala as the winner of Bigg Boss Telugu season 4.
Chiranjeevi tells Divya that he will be giving her the role of a police officer in his next film.
Chiranjeevi, taking inspiration from Nagarjuna, gives Rs 10 lakhs to Mehaboob. Mehaboob gets teary-eyed and thanks megastar for his contribution.
Chiranjeevi says Mehaboob is a gem of a person. The actor praises Mehaboob and says, "You remind me of myself when I was struggling to make my career."
Chiranjeevi praises Monal and says her smile is very pretty. He says, "A lot of filmmakers are waiting for you outside. You will have a bright future."
Chiranjeevi says Akhil grabbed eyeballs with his attractive personality. The actor says he kept spreading love among the housemates and stuck to his goal of winning Bigg Boss. Chiranjeevi also praises Harika and Ariyana.
Sohel asks Chiranjeevi to support him when he releases his own film. Chiranjeevi says he will launch the film and promises to make a special appearance in it.
Megastar Chiranjeevi says he will use Sohel's mannerism and famous dialogues in his films. Nagarjuna informs Chiranjeevi that he decided to donate Rs 25 lakhs, which impresses Megastar. The actor adds that Sohel has left a huge impact on his family. Chiranjeevi invites Sohel for a biryani feast, cooked by his wife. An overwhelmed Sohel ends up crying on the stage.
Chiranjeevi says Abijeet's calm and composed nature will take him ahead in his career. Abijeet says he is feeling lucky that Megastar is pulling his leg.
Chiranjeevi gives a sneak peek into Nagarjuna's journey as the host of Bigg Boss Telugu 4.
Chiranjeevi says Nagarjuna inspired him to work on his fitness. The actor says he was jealous to see how Nagarjuna has maintained himself. Megastar also appreciated Nagarjuna for the way he hosted Bigg Boss like a friend, a family member and even a teacher.
When Nagarjuna complimented Chiranjeevi, the actor says he has been focusing on his fitness and diet during the coronavirus period.
Nagarjuna welcomes his "best friend" Megastar Chiranjeevi on to the Bigg Boss Telugu Season 4 grand finale stage. The actor will be announcing the winner of Bigg Boss Telugu season 4.
After Akhil and Abijeet gave Nagarjuna a tour of the Bigg Boss Telugu house, the two bid their goodbyes to the house. Ex-contestants give a grand welcome to the finalists.
Nagarjuna enters Bigg Boss Telugu 4 house to bring finalists Akhil and Abijeet to the finale stage.
Nagarjuna unveils Bigg Boss Telugu season 4 winner's trophy. Akhil and Abijeet are competing for the winner's title.
Music composer S Thaman and his team perform hit songs.
Lakshmi Rai takes the stage to show off her dancing skills.
Monal, Ariyana, Noel and other contestants appreciate Sohel's decision to take home Rs 25 lakhs. Nagarjuna says he has won Rs 35 lakhs.
Nagarjuna says Mehboob and Sohel have inspired him. The host says he will give Rs 10 lakhs each to Sohel and Mehboob for their donation to an orphanage. Nagarjuna asks Sohel to take his winning amount of Rs 25 lakhs home.
Sohel says he has won audience's heart during his stay in the Bigg Boss house. He says out of Rs 10 lakhs, he will give Rs 5 lakhs to Mehaboob. Mehaboob says with those Rs 5 lakhs, he will want to help people who lost their dear ones and even jobs during the coronavirus pandemic.
When Sohel, Abhijeet and Akhil refuse to take home Rs 20 lakhs, Nagarjuna adds Rs 5 lakhs to the amount.
Sohel decides to take Rs 25 lakhs. However, Nagarjuna gives him a chance to rethink. After consulting his family members, Sohel takes home Rs 25 lakhs. He says, "Out of Rs 25 lakhs, Rs 10 lakhs amount will go to an orphanage while the rest will be for me."
Nagarjuna announces that Rs 25 lakhs will be deducted from the winner's prize money.
Nagarjuna asks Akhil, Sohel and Abhijeet to hold onto a briefcase that has Rs 20 lakhs in it. He tells the contestants to remind themselves of their dreams and ambitions.
Sohel, Akhil and Abhijeet tell Nagarjuna that they are extremely nervous about the results.
Mehreen Pirzada treats her fans and audience to an amazing performance.
Ariyana Glory enters Bigg Boss Telugu Season 4 grand finale stage. In a conversation with Nagarjuna, Ariyana says, "I have been in the house for 15 weeks. I am a bit sad, but I am sure I have won people's love."
Lakshmi Rai enters Bigg Boss house to evict one of the four finalists. During a task, Lakshmi and Nagarjuna announce Ariyana's eviction. Now, Akhil, Abhijeet and Sohel will compete for the Bigg Boss Telugu season 4 trophy.
Akhil, Abhijeet, Ariyana and Sohel have 10 minutes to decide if they want to take Rs 10 lakhs and exit the show. Pranitha and Nagarjuna explain that it is a tough choice but a good one. Nagarjuna tells the contestants that the Rs 10 lakhs will be deducted from the winner's prize money. But no one falls for the offer.
Lakshmi Rai and Pranitha Subhash enter Bigg Boss house with a briefcase full of money. Nagarjuna tells the two actors that they have to tempt one of the contestants to exit the house with the money.
Alekhya Harika joins Nagarjuna on Bigg Boss Telugu grand finale stage. Harika says she had a great time in the Bigg Boss house. "I experienced everything in the house," says Harika.
Anil Ravipudi and Mehreen Pirzada announce Harika's elimination. Now, Sohel, Abhijeet, Ariyana and Akhil compete for Bigg Boss Telugu season 4's trophy.
Anil Ravipudi talks to Bigg Boss Telugu season 4 finalists. The director tells Harika that his 7-year-old daughter is her biggest fan and has been consistently voting for her.
Anil Ravipudi and Mehreen Pirzada assign a task to the housemates. The two ask questions, and as per contestants' answers, Anil and Mehreen ask them to drink a lemon or a karela juice shot.
Anil Ravipudi and Mehreen Pirzada will enter Bigg Boss house to evict one of the five finalists.
Nagarjuna welcomes Anil Ravipudi on to the stage. He tells the director that F2 is his favourite film. Anil admits that he has been following Bigg Boss season 4. He says, "Every day, I watch the show with my family." Nagarjuna says Mahesh Babu told him that Anil took a break in between the shoot of his film to watch the show.
Pranitha Subhash takes the Bigg Boss Telugu season 4 grand finale stage to show off her dancing skills.
Before the first eviction of the grand finale, Nagarjuna asks finalists Akhil, Ariyana, Harika, Sohel and Abhijeet to share their last words.
Sohel says his most favourite place is the kitchen. Later, Harika, Ariyana and Abhijeet reveal their happy spots in the Bigg Boss house.
Akhil says Bigg Boss house's entrance is his favourite spot. Akhil says he found comfort in that area during his lows.
Nagarjuna asks finalists Akhil, Ariyana, Harika, Sohel and Abhijeet to mark their favourite spot in the Bigg Boss house.
Finalists Akhil, Abhijeet, Harika, Ariyana and Sohel speak to their family members. Abhijeet's mother says the contestant has changed so much in his journey of Bigg Boss. Akhil's mother wishes him all the best for the results of Bigg Boss Telugu season 4. Harika's mother says she is emotional to see the contestant in the finale. Sohel's father says he is very happy.
Nagarjuna asks Bigg Boss to show a video, which features the journey of the contestants of Bigg Boss Telugu season 4.
Nagarjuna meets the top five contestants of Bigg Boss Telugu season 4. Akhil tells Nagarjuna that everyone is extremely stressed to know who will finally take away the winner's trophy. Soon, Akhil, Ariyana, Harika, Sohel and Abhijeet meet their families and ex-contestants.
After speaking to the ex-contestants, Nagarjuna introduces the audience to the finalists. Akhil performs on "Bad Boy" from Saaho, and Sohel performs on Petta's song. Later, Harika, Ariyana and Abhijeet also take the stage for their finale performance.
Divya says people usually like a girl if she is pretty, but she was happy to know that audience loves her for her character.
Amma Rajasekhar says people have been referring to him as 'Tiger' Rajasekhar. Rajasekhar adds that he felt happy to know that even kids have admired him and his journey in Bigg Boss house.
Mehaboob tells Nagarjuna that he has signed two films and a web series. He says that in the early stages of Bigg Boss journey, everyone was trolling him that he did not belong here, but after he got evicted, people showered so much love on him. He says people are treating and connecting with each contestant like they are their family member.
After his Bigg Boss journey, Noel said people have connected with him on a personal level and have been very concerned about his health. He also apologised to his co-contestants Avinash and Amma Rajsekhar for hurting their sentiments during his stay in the BB house.
After revealing how Bigg Boss Telugu season 4 has changed her life, Gangavva said she is happy that her favourite contestant Akhil has made it to the finale.
Swathi talks about her life after Bigg Boss Telugu season 4. She mentioned that people are taking selfies with her. Swathi also said she is working on a project with Ram Gopal Varma. Nagarjuna says, "Be careful," in response to Swathi's RGV project.
Ex-contestants talk about their life after Bigg Boss Telugu 4. Avinash says his life has changed a lot. Avinash talks about how people are interested in knowing about Ariyana. When Nagarjuna asks about his marriage, Avinash says it will happen next year.
Monal Gajjar, Amma Rajasekhar, Divya Vadhthya, Swathi Deekshith, Saikumar Pampana, Jabardasth Avinash, Gangavva, Sujatha, Noel, Lasya Manjunath, Surya Kiran and Karate Kalyani join Nagarjuna on grand finale stage.
Before announcing the winner of Bigg Boss Telugu season 4, Nagarjuna welcomes the ex-contestants. Mehaboob Shaikh performs on "Muqabala". Monal Gajjar, Amma Rajasekhar, Divya Vadhthya, Swathi Deekshith, Saikumar Pampana, Jabardasth Avinash, Gangavva, Sujatha and Karate Kalyani also show off their dancing skills.
Nagarjuna Akkineni tells the audience that the finalists of Bigg Boss Telugu season 3 received eight crore votes. In the fourth season of the reality show, the finalists received 15 crore 65 lakh votes.
Bigg Boss Telugu season 4 host Nagarjuna makes a blockbuster entry.
(Photo: Noel/Instagram)
Noel posted a picture on Instagram with a caption that read, "Love You. See You With The Title & Yes U Deserve More!!!!
I will cherish every minute spent with u...& Can't wait to hug you my friend! Daaaaa party cheskundammmm!!! @alekhyaharika_ ready aaaaa time to dance, time to celebrate, time to reunite & time of love!!!"
Bigg Boss Telugu season 4 ex-contestants paid surprise visit to boost finalists Akhil, Abhijeet, Ariyana, Harika and Sohail's morale.