Nandamuri Balakrishna To Replace Nagarjuna As Bigg Boss Telugu Host? Here's What We Know

Despite all the chatter online suggesting Nandamuri Balakrishna might replace Nagarjuna as the host for Season 9, the reality is far less dramatic.

Nandamuri Balakrishna will not replace Nagarjuna as Bigg Boss Telugu host.

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All those swirling rumours about Nandamuri Balakrishna taking over the Bigg Boss Telugu stage? Turns out, they were just that—rumours. Despite all the chatter online suggesting Balayya might replace Nagarjuna as the host for Season 9, the reality is far less dramatic. The makers aren’t switching things up after all.

Nagarjuna to return as Bigg Boss Telugu host

According to a report by OTTPlay, Nagarjuna is very much staying put. The team behind Bigg Boss Telugu has already renewed his contract and reportedly handed him a hefty paycheck to ensure he returns as the face of the show. After six successful seasons, Nagarjuna’s signature charm and ease have become integral to the Bigg Boss experience.

At one point, even Vijay Deverakonda’s name floated around as a possible host, but that buzz fizzled out without any official confirmation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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About Bigg Boss Telugu

Since its premiere in 2017, Bigg Boss Telugu has had its share of star power at the helm. Jr NTR kicked things off in Season 1, with Nani stepping in for Season 2. From Season 3 onwards, Nagarjuna has led the show with flair, becoming a fan favourite. Over the years, the show has also experimented with formats—Seasons 2 and 6 notably featured a mix of celebrities and commoners as housemates.

Bigg Boss Telugu Season 9

As anticipation builds for Season 9, expected to premiere around September 2025, buzz is already starting to build. According to 123Telugu, popular Telugu actor and comedian Bumchick Babloo (aka Babloo) is among the first contestants to have reportedly signed on for the new season.

Nagarjuna's work front

Nagarjuna's upcoming projects include the film Kubera where he'll star alongside Dhanush.