Aired: 8/22/2025
In a high-stakes showdown, a panel of judges decides the fate of hopeful contestants — determining who earns a spot in the Bigg Boss 9 Telugu house, who remains a 'maybe,' and who faces a definite 'no
Aired: 8/23/2025
Contestants present talents, personal struggles and dreams of entering Bigg Boss. Several are placed “On Hold” for further rounds.
Aired: 8/24/2025
Strong performances, including a contestant with a soldier’s dream, impress the judges. The initial shortlist for the next phase is finalized.
Aired: 8/25/2025
One-on-one elimination battles decide who stays alive in the competition. Physical and mental tasks intensify, and house tensions begin to surface.
Aired: 8/26/2025
Multi-contestant survival rounds determine the final entrants into the Top 15. Several contestants are eliminated in a single episode.
Aired: 8/27/2025
Team-based tasks begin; contestants fight for best performer and judge-selected best player. Competitive alliances start forming.
Aired: 8/28/2025
New team combinations test leadership, communication and trust. Rivalries become more visible as contestants begin targeting stronger players.
Aired: 8/29/2025
The judges introduce stricter accountability, and poor performance brings disciplinary pressure.
Aired: 8/30/2025
Referee decisions become controversial; the judges are dissatisfied with task management and withhold major performance awards for the episode.
Aired: 8/31/2025
Fast-paced group tasks demand coordination under pressure. Leadership changes and tactical gameplay dominate the episode.
Aired: 9/1/2025
Precision, concentration and composure are tested in individual-focused challenges, producing standout performances and sharper competition.
Aired: 9/2/2025
Contestants compete in pairs; arguments escalate and two yellow cards raise the stakes dramatically.
Aired: 9/3/2025
Emotional pair tasks expose fractures in relationships, and a surprise double eviction leaves the house stunned.
Aired: 9/4/2025
The remaining Top 13 compete individually for a place in the Bigg Boss house, with direct confrontations and open criticism.
Aired: 9/5/2025
Final evaluations, public-vote outcomes and jury selections are announced. The chosen contestants earn entry into Bigg Boss Telugu 9.