Vijay Sethupathi welcomes 20 contestants in grand premiere of Bigg Boss Tamil season 9
The much-anticipated ninth season of the smash-hit reality show Bigg Boss Tamil kicked off with a spectacular Grand Launch on Sunday, October 5th, with Vijay Sethupathi returning for his second consecutive year as the charismatic host.
The grand premiere introduced a dynamic and diverse group of 20 contestants who will be cut off from the outside world for the next 105 days, all competing for the coveted Bigg Boss trophy and a Rs 50 lakh cash prize.
The new season, airing on Vijay TV and streaming exclusively on JioHotstar, has already piqued audience curiosity with its intriguing tagline, “Onnume Puriyala” (Nothing is understandable).
Host Vijay Sethupathi’s unique blend of wit, charm, and calm composure set the tone for the season as he welcomed the contestants onto the newly designed, high-tech Bigg Boss house set at EVP, Chennai.
The line-up is a compelling mix of personalities from various fields, promising a volatile and entertaining season. Confirmed participants include:
Kani Thiru: The popular Cooku With Comali Season 2 winner and daughter of director Agathiyan, known for her poised nature.
Praveen Gandhi: Veteran director of films like Ratchagan and Jodi, making a surprising pivot to reality TV.
Vikkals Vikram: Stand-up comedian and actor, expected to bring a dose of humour to the house.
FJ alias Adisayam: An actor and digital creator known for his unique beatboxing talent.
Diwakar: The social media sensation known as the “Watermelon Star,” who promises quirky content.
Apsara CJ: A model from the trans community, bringing a vital new perspective to the house.
Kamarudin & Aadhirai Soundarajan: Television actors popular for their roles in the serial Mahanadhi.
VJ Parvathy: A well-known television anchor and content creator.
Aghori Kalaiyarasan: An actor and social media influencer known for his bold, unique persona.
Nandini: A yoga teacher and model, sharing a story of resilience.
Other contestants who have entered the house include model Aurora Sinclair, folk dancer Ramya Joo, actor Praveen Raj Devasagayam, and content creator Tuhaar, among others, adding layers of talent and potential conflict.