Bigg Boss has always been a mix of drama, emotions and unexpected turns and the Telugu version, hosted by superstar Nagarjuna, is no exception.
While Salman Khan hosts the Hindi edition and Vijay Sethupathi fronts the Tamil one, the Telugu Bigg Boss has carved its own massive fan base. However, the latest episode took a dark turn after a contestant’s troubling conduct forced Nagarjuna to intervene on live television.
What happened between Rithu and Kalyan?
Contestant Rithu Chowdhary, who is married but separated from her husband, has been a popular face in the show. During her stay, she grew close to fellow contestant Kalyan Padala. Their friendly bond soon became a talking point online, with fans speculating that their connection was turning romantic.
But Rithu made it clear that she saw Kalyan only as a friend. Things, however, didn’t stop there. Kalyan reportedly continued to follow her around the house, displaying signs of obsessive and controlling behaviour.
The incident that sparked backlash
The situation worsened when Kalyan pushed Rithu and said, “Tum meri baat sunogi ya nahi?” (Will you listen to me or not?). His aggressive tone and physical act shocked both viewers and housemates. Social media erupted, calling out his behaviour and demanding action from the makers.
How did Nagarjuna react?
During the weekend episode, Nagarjuna addressed the issue directly. With visible anger, he told Kalyan, “Aap jaise logon ko Bigg Boss ke ghar mein rehne ki ijazat nahi di ja sakti. Aise logo ka support karna un mardon ka support karna hai jo mahilaon ko belt se marte hain.”
He immediately handed Kalyan a red card, expelling him from the Bigg Boss house.
Did Rithu forgive him?
In an unexpected turn, Rithu pleaded with Nagarjuna to forgive Kalyan, saying, “Meri galti hai, is baar unhe maaf kar dijiye.” Nagarjuna reminded Kalyan that even after all that had happened, Rithu was still standing up for him. Eventually, Kalyan apologised to everyone and promised never to repeat such behaviour.
Social media reaction
The episode drew strong reactions online, with many praising Nagarjuna for his firm stance. Fans hailed his action as an important message against toxic behaviour inside the house.
Highlights:
- Nagarjuna evicts Kalyan Padala from Bigg Boss Telugu 9 after misconduct.
- Contestant Rithu Chowdhary stood up for Kalyan despite his behaviour.
- Viewers praise Nagarjuna’s zero-tolerance approach to disrespect towards women.