The launch episode of Bigg Boss-3 has won the hearts of the viewers. The 100 day-long reality show introduced its 15 contestants with gusto. Akkineni Nagarjuna received a colourful and boisterous welcome.

The real-life couple Varun Sandesh and Vithika Sheru were cute enough, with the former saying that he would be ready to let go anything for his wife. The occasionally outspoken Hema made it a point to say that she is someone who speaks her heart out. Small-time actress Punarnavi Bhupalam looked vivacious, while Sreemukhi too made a splash.

TV9's Jaffer was one of the most familiar faces. Nag was thoroughly amazed by TV actor Ali Reza's macho looks.

V6 Savitri will surely be rooted by her fans, while Himaja is one of the most composed contestants Bigg Boss has ever had. Ashu Reddy (an Internet celebrity), singer Rahul Sipligunj, TV actor Ravi Krishna, TV actress Rohini, dance choreographer Baba Bhaskar, and comedian Mahesh Vitta complete the list. They all made efforts to register themselves in the viewer's mind.