In a dramatic turn of events, Bigg Boss Telugu Season 9 witnessed the re-entry of two popular contestants — Bharani and Srija. Bigg Boss announced that both would rejoin the house temporarily, but only one would continue as a permanent housemate based on performance and housemate votes. This unexpected twist instantly became the talk of social media, sparking debates on whether the decision was purely strategic or influenced by public sentiment.
Controversial Eliminations That Stirred Public Outrage:
Bharani’s elimination earlier in the season came as a major shock to viewers. Reports suggested that he was not at the bottom in terms of audience votes that week. However, his high remuneration reportedly tilted the internal calculations against him when the difference between him and another contestant at the bottom was marginal. This decision did not sit well with fans, who felt Bigg Boss prioritised other equations over fair gameplay.
Unlike earlier eliminations — such as Priya Shetty, Manish, Srashti, or Hareesh — which were largely accepted by viewers, Bharani’s eviction drew massive backlash online. The outrage intensified when Srija was voted out not by the audience, but by recently joined wild card contestants, many of whom were still adjusting to the house dynamics. Fans argued that it was unfair to let new entrants decide the fate of an original contestant.
Social media erupted with hashtags related to Bring Back Srija and Justice For Bharani. Many viewers claimed that the show favored “charming faces” over true gamers and honest players. The backlash became so strong that Bigg Boss reportedly took note — leading to the surprising re-entry twist.
Fixing Mistakes vs. Avoiding Them:
Though both Bharani and Srija have re-entered the house, only one will be allowed to continue permanently based on overall gameplay, audience sentiment, and housemate feedback. This has made the upcoming episodes even more crucial.
While it’s commendable that the makers tried to fix public dissatisfaction, it would be wiser to avoid such controversial eliminations in the first place. Constant reversals weaken the credibility of the game.
A Risky Precedent for the Future
This move could set a dangerous precedent — future contestants might rely on PR campaigns and social media trends to force a comeback. If that happens, Bigg Boss may shift from a test of strategy and personality to a popularity war driven by online influence rather than merit.
