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Bigg Boss Telugu Season 9 Pre-Show Agnipariksha Starts Shooting Ahead of September 7 Premiere

Host Nagarjuna’s sixth stint carries a reported ₹30 crore fee heralding the show’s first inclusion of non-celebrity contenders

Overview

  • The main season will stream exclusively on JioHotstar via OTTplay Premium.
  • The digital pre-show Agnipariksha has begun shooting in Hyderabad, featuring 40 shortlisted commoners in task-based trials.
  • Three Agnipariksha contestants will advance to join celebrity participants in the main Bigg Boss house.
  • This season marks the Telugu edition’s first open audition format, reflecting audience demand seen in other regional versions.
  • A custom-built set at Annapurna Studios is under construction to support an extended three-month filming schedule.