Contestants present talents, personal struggles and dreams of entering Bigg Boss. Several are placed “On Hold” for further rounds.

Strong performances, including a contestant with a soldier’s dream, impress the judges. The initial shortlist for the next phase is finalized.

One-on-one elimination battles decide who stays alive in the competition. Physical and mental tasks intensify, and house tensions begin to surface.

Multi-contestant survival rounds determine the final entrants into the Top 15. Several contestants are eliminated in a single episode.

Team-based tasks begin; contestants fight for best performer and judge-selected best player. Competitive alliances start forming.

New team combinations test leadership, communication and trust. Rivalries become more visible as contestants begin targeting stronger players.

The judges introduce stricter accountability, and poor performance brings disciplinary pressure.

Referee decisions become controversial; the judges are dissatisfied with task management and withhold major performance awards for the episode.

Fast-paced group tasks demand coordination under pressure. Leadership changes and tactical gameplay dominate the episode.

Precision, concentration and composure are tested in individual-focused challenges, producing standout performances and sharper competition.

Contestants compete in pairs; arguments escalate and two yellow cards raise the stakes dramatically.

Emotional pair tasks expose fractures in relationships, and a surprise double eviction leaves the house stunned.

The remaining Top 13 compete individually for a place in the Bigg Boss house, with direct confrontations and open criticism.

Final evaluations, public-vote outcomes and jury selections are announced. The chosen contestants earn entry into Bigg Boss Telugu 9.