The grand premiere of Bigg Boss Telugu Season 9 has aired on Star Maa and JioHotstar, revealing the 15 contestants who will be competing for the coveted trophy. Hosted by Nagarjuna, this season introduces a "Owners vs Tenants" theme, featuring two houses: one for celebrities and another for commoners. In a twist, the commoners will reside in the main house, while the celebrities will start their journey in the second house with fewer amenities.

Here's a rundown of the contestants who have entered the Bigg Boss Telugu 9 house:

The Commoners: Selected through the 'Agnipariksha' pre-show, judged by former Bigg Boss contestants Bindu Madhavi, Navdeep, and Abhijeet.

1. Srija Dammu: A lifestyle and dance vlogger. Her youth and friendly nature may help her build alliances or spark rivalries.
2. Priya Shetty: Described as a calm and composed doctor who could be the voice of reason, it remains to be seen if she can maintain her composure during heated arguments. Host Nagarjuna assigned Priya the task of selecting a co-contestant for cooking duties, and she chose Sanjjanaa Galrani.
3. Demon Pawan: A fitness creator known for his bold content, his energy and attitude are expected to bring drama and potential clashes.
4. Harita Harish: A YouTuber known for masked comedy skits. Her pranks could lighten the mood or ignite conflicts.
5. Kalyan Padala (Soldier Kalyan): An army veteran turned influencer. His discipline and patriotism might be a source of strength or make him a strict figure.
6. Maryada Manish: An influencer known for his principles. His strong views could lead to interesting debates.

The Celebrities:

1. Sanjjanaa Galrani: A Kannada actress known for her roles in Telugu, Tamil, and Kannada films, ready to stir things up. She is also known for controversies and is one of the highest-paid contestants this season.
2. Suman Setty: A comedian known from the movie '7G Brundavan Colony'. He hopes the show will give a second innings in his career.
3. Thanuja Puttaswamy: A serial actress known for her emotional depth. It is to be seen whether she will maintain peace or stir up drama in the house.
4. Flora Saini (Asha Saini): An actress known for her roles in 'Gandii Baat' and special songs in Telugu films. Expect glamour and controversies from her. She is also one of the highest-paid contestants.
5. Jabardasth Emmanuel: A comedian from 'Jabardasth'. It remains to be seen whether his humor will survive tense moments.
6. Rithu Chowdary: A young star known for her roles in 'Prema Entha Madhuram'. Her bubbly energy may shine or get lost in the crowd.
7. Bharani Shankar: An actor known from 'Karthika Deepam'. His charm may lead to romance or rivalry.
8. Shrasti Verma: A Kannada actress and dancer. Her style and smart moves could make her a fan favorite. She has contributed to well-known movies such as Pushpa 2, Jailer, Vikrant Rona, Game Changer, and Rangasthalam.
9. Ramu Rathod: A folk artist with rustic charm. His simplicity can win hearts or lead to cultural clashes.

With the mix of celebrities and commoners, along with the unique house dynamic, Bigg Boss Telugu Season 9 promises to be an engaging season filled with drama, entertainment, and unexpected twists.