Bigg Boss Tamil 9 Full Contestants List: Watermelon Star Diwakar, Praveen Gandhi, Kani Thiru And 17 Others Join Vijay Sethupathi’s Show

Bigg Boss Tamil 9 Full Contestants List: Vijay Sethupathi kicked off reality show Bigg Boss Tamil Season 9 with a grand premiere on October 5. He returned for the second consecutive year after replacing Kamal Haasan in Season 8. The actor made a stylish entry, suited up in black and was welcomed with loud cheers and applause by the audience. He introduced the confirmed contestants of Bigg Boss Tamil 9, who entered the house with electrifying performances and some revelations. This season's exciting lineup includes vibrant personalities from the entertainment industry and digital space. Here's a look at 20 contestants who entered Vijay Sethupathi's show and what to expect from them,

Bigg Boss Tamil 9 Premiere Launch

Host Vijay Sethupathi gave viewers a tour of the new Bigg Boss Tamil house. This season features a unique format with two zones. Reportedly, BBT9 will include an 'Animals’ section with luxury and comfort, and a ‘Birds’ zone where contestants will fight for survival, facing scarcity. Sethupathi showcased various areas of the house, including the living room, bedroom areas, kitchen, captain's room and the confession room, styled with Middle Eastern–inspired theme.

Bigg Boss Tamil 9 Full Contestants List

1. Dr Diwakar,popularly known as Watermelon Star, is a social media influencer and the first contestant to enter Vijay Sethupathi's show Bigg Boss Tamil Season 9.

2. Aurora Sinclair, a social media sensation, model and aspiring actor, joined the BBT9 show. She turned heads with her presence on stage.

3. FJ, also known as Adisayam, was welcomed as the third contestant. He shared his strategies for the game. The contestants were given badges before entering the house, and he chose the red colour badge.

4. VJ Parvathy, known as VJ Paru. She has captivated audiences with her anchoring skills, acting probes and charming personality. Fans are excited to see her in Bigg Boss Tamil 9.

5. Tushaar Jayaprakash, an aspiring actor and model, chose the blue badge before stepping into the BBT9 house as the fifth contestant.

6. Kani Thiru, well-known television personality and actress, gained recognition with her hit cooking-comedy reality show Cooku With Comali Season 2. She also appeared in the web series Parachute and made her film debut opposite actor Vijay Antony in Valli Mayil.

7. TV actor Sabarinathan has stepped into the BBT9 house with her charm and vibrant personality.

8. Director Praveen Gandhihas joined Bigg Boss Tamil Season 9 as the eighth confirmed contestant. He is known for directing films like Ratchagan, Jodi, Star, and Pulipaarvai.

9. Former Indian basketball player, Vyishali Kemkar, made her entry into the show next.

10. Actor Aadhirai Soundarajan joined Vijay Sethupathi's show as the 10th contestant. She chose the red badge.

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11. Ramya, a dancer and actress, known for her grace and screen presence, has joined Bigg Boss after much speculation.

12. Singer Gana Vinothadded a musical charm to the exciting lineup of Bigg Boss Tamil Season 9.

13. Next on the list, actor-model Viyan. She had a fun conversation with the host Vijay Sethupathi before entering the house.

14. Tamil television actor Praveen,known for his roles in shows like Kizhakku Vaasal and Eeramana Rojave, is all set to enthral audiences with his new side in the BBT9 show.

15. Subhiksha, a social media influencer from a fishing village, has stepped into the Bigg Boss Tamil house.

16. Apsara, a trans woman and the sixteenth contestant, joined the reality show. She is set to embrace a new set of challenges after overcoming personal struggles.

17. Yoga teacher Nandini has joined the diverse list of Bigg Boss Tamil season 9.

18. Stand-up comedian and actor Vikkals Vikramis all set to entertain the audience with his wit and comic timing inside the show.

19. Actor Kamarudin entered as the 19th contestant of the show.

20. Aghori Kalaiyarasan was announced as the final contestant to join Vijay Sethupathi's show.

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Bigg Boss Tamil 9 Timings

Bigg Boss Tamil Season 9 airs on Vijay Television and streams on JioHotstar on weekdays and weekends from 9:30 PM to 10:30 PM.