Bigg Boss Telugu 10 Grand Launch: Meet All 16 Contestants Who Entered Nagarjuna’s House

September 7, 2026 Published by rajeshe092eb6a68

The much-awaited Bigg Boss Telugu Season 10 has finally begun with a grand launch on September 6, bringing together a fresh mix of celebrities and commoners under one roof. Akkineni Nagarjuna returned as the host for the eighth consecutive season, while the landmark tenth edition introduced the intriguing “Dasavataram” theme.

The grand launch saw contestants entering the house one after another, with the makers bringing together television actors, film personalities, comedians, anchors and commoners who earned their places through the Bigg Boss Agnipariksha 2 selection process. By the end of the launch episode, 16 contestants had entered the Bigg Boss house.

Here is a look at the contestants who are now part of the Bigg Boss Telugu 10 journey.

1. Debjani Modak

Bengali-born actress Debjani Modak, popularly known as Kinni, became the first contestant to enter the Bigg Boss Telugu 10 house. She has worked across Bengali, Tamil and Telugu television and is familiar to Telugu audiences through serials such as Ennenno Janmala Bandham and Satyabhama. Her experience across multiple television industries makes her one of the interesting personalities to watch this season.

2. Thrigun

Actor Thrigun, also known as Adith Arun, entered the house as the second contestant. He has predominantly worked in Telugu cinema while also appearing in Tamil and Kannada projects. His filmography includes movies such as Eesha, Devil and Katha. His entry adds a film-industry presence to the new season.

3. Jhansi

Folk singer Jhansi became the first commoner to enter the house. She earned her place through the challenging Bigg Boss Agnipariksha 2 route. Coming from a farming background, Jhansi’s journey to the Bigg Boss house is one of the season’s notable stories and gives the show a strong commoner representation.

4. Sudheer Kumar Reddy

Sudheer Kumar Reddy, associated with content creation and anchoring, entered the house as the fourth contestant. During his introduction, he spoke about his personal journey and experiences before stepping into the Bigg Boss house. His communication skills and personality could make him an important presence in the house dynamics.

5. Aman

Aman became another commoner contestant to enter the show. He secured his place through a Golden Buzzer entry, giving him direct access to the Bigg Boss house. Having come through the competitive selection process, Aman will now have the opportunity to compete alongside established television and film personalities.

6. Chaitra Rai

Television actress Chaitra Rai entered the house as the sixth contestant. She has worked in both Kannada and Telugu television and has earned recognition through serials, including Attarintlo Akkachellellu. With her television experience, Chaitra brings a familiar small-screen presence to the season.

7. Auto Ram Prasad

Popular Jabardasth comedian Auto Ram Prasad is among the most recognisable names in the Season 10 lineup. Known for his comedy performances, punchlines and distinctive screen presence, Ram Prasad is expected to provide plenty of entertainment inside the house. His entry also brings a strong comedy element to the season.

8. Shalini

Shalini entered the house as another commoner selected through the Agnipariksha 2 process. Her entry was facilitated through the show’s selection mechanism involving actor Navdeep. With contestants from different backgrounds being brought together this season, Shalini represents the commoner side of the competition.

9. Temper Vamsi

Actor Temper Vamsi entered the house with considerable film-industry experience. He is known for appearing in supporting and villainous roles in Telugu films, including Saaho and Pushpa. His energetic launch appearance and outspoken personality could make him one of the more noticeable contestants in the house.

10. Srishti

Srishti entered the Bigg Boss house after successfully clearing the Agnipariksha selection route. She was selected through the process hosted by Sreemukhi, becoming another commoner contestant in the Season 10 lineup. Her journey from the selection challenge to the main Bigg Boss house will be one of the aspects to watch.

11. Potti Naresh

Popular comedian Potti Naresh is another contestant expected to add a dose of humour to the house. Associated with the Telugu entertainment industry, Naresh’s comic timing and personality could provide some lighter moments amid the inevitable arguments, tasks and emotional moments.

12. Charan

Charan entered the show as a commoner after earning his place through an audience voting process. Unlike the contestants with established television or film careers, Charan enters the house without the same level of entertainment-industry exposure, making his interaction with celebrity contestants an interesting aspect of his journey.

13. Krishnudu

Actor Krishnudu brought considerable Telugu film experience into the Bigg Boss house. Known for his performances in movies such as Vinayakudu and Happy Days, he has been a familiar face in Telugu cinema for years. His entry gives the season another experienced film personality.

14. Varshini Sounderajan

Popular anchor, actress and model Varshini Sounderajan entered the house as the 14th contestant. She began her acting journey with Chandamama Kathalu and later appeared in films including Lovers, Malli Modalaindi and Shaakuntalam. With her television experience and established fan following, Varshini was among the most anticipated names associated with the season.

15. Rohit

Rohit entered the Bigg Boss house as a commoner contestant. His entry gives the season another representative from outside the established entertainment industry. Competing directly with actors, comedians and television personalities, Rohit’s journey will be closely watched by viewers.

16. Mukesh Gowda

Television actor Mukesh Gowda became the 16th and final contestant to enter the Bigg Boss Telugu 10 house. He is best known for playing Rishi in the popular Telugu serial Guppedantha Manasu. With a strong television fan base and considerable experience in serials, Mukesh’s late entry completed the Season 10 lineup.

Bigg Boss Telugu 10: A Mix of Celebrities and Commoners

One of the biggest attractions of Season 10 is the combination of established entertainment personalities and contestants who earned their places through the Agnipariksha route. The lineup features actors such as Thrigun, Krishnudu, Temper Vamsi and Mukesh Gowda alongside television stars including Debjani Modak, Chaitra Rai and Varshini Sounderajan.

The comedy department is represented by names such as Auto Ram Prasad and Potti Naresh, while contestants including Jhansi, Aman, Shalini, Srushti, Charan and Rohit bring the commoner perspective into the competition.

With Nagarjuna once again taking charge of the weekend episodes and the Dasavataram concept promising a different set of twists and challenges, Bigg Boss Telugu 10 has opened its doors to a brand-new group of contestants. Now, the real game begins inside the house, where relationships, rivalries, tasks and audience votes will determine who emerges as the strongest contender for the Season 10 title.

Bigg Boss Telugu 10 is being aired on Star Maa and is available for streaming on JioHotstar.