The finale of Bigg Boss Telugu Season 9 is fast approaching, with the grand event scheduled for December 21, 2025. Hosted by Nagarjuna Akkineni, the show has captivated audiences for three months with its drama, emotional moments, intense rivalries, and strategic gameplay. As the final week unfolds, the competition has intensified, and the race for the trophy is tighter than ever.
After a dramatic semi-final week featuring a double eviction, the top five finalists have been confirmed as Kalyan Padala, Nanduri Emmanuel, Uppala Pavan Kumar (Demon Pavan), Sanjjanaa Galrani, and Thanuja Puttaswamy. These contestants have secured their places through weeks of challenges, evictions, and audience votes. Suman Shetty and Bharani Shankar were the last contestants to be eliminated before the finale.
Each finalist brings a unique background and fan base to the competition. Kalyan Padala, an Indian Army officer from Andhra Pradesh, entered the house as a commoner after being selected through the Bigg Boss Agnipariksha show. Nanduri Emmanuel, also known as Jabardasth Emmanuel, is an actor and comedian prominent in the Telugu film and television industry. Uppala Pavan Kumar, known as Demon Pavan, is a social media influencer who also entered as a commoner. Sanjjanaa Galrani is an actress with experience in Telugu and Kannada cinema, and she also appeared in Bigg Boss Kannada Season 1. Thanuja Puttaswamy is a television actress known for her roles in shows like Muddha Mandaram and Agnipariksha.
The voting trends indicate a close contest, making it difficult to predict the winner. While Thanuja Puttaswamy is currently leading in online polls, Kalyan Padala has made a strong comeback, and Nanduri Emmanuel and Demon Pavan are also gaining momentum. Sanjjanaa Galrani is expected to finish in fifth place based on current trends. The ultimate winner will be decided by audience votes, with the victor receiving a trophy and a cash prize of ₹50 lakh.
Fans are actively participating in the voting process through the JioHotstar app and missed calls. To vote via the JioHotstar app, users can download and install the app, search for the Bigg Boss Telugu 9 page, tap the picture of their favorite finalist, and submit their vote. Alternatively, viewers can cast their vote by giving a missed call to the number assigned to their favorite contestant: * Pavan – 8886650451 * Sanjana – 8886650460 * Emmanuel – 8886650452 * Thanuja – 8886650464 * Kalyan – 8886650455
The finale episode will be broadcast on Star Maa and streamed on JioHotstar. As the countdown continues, the excitement among viewers and contestants is palpable, with intense social media discussions and debates surrounding who will emerge as the winner of Bigg Boss Telugu Season 9.
