Bigg Boss (Telugu season 7)

On 10 July 2023, the makers unveiled the title logo. Coming on the logo, the seventh number has been placed between the English Bigg Boss words to represent the seventh season. Moreover, the eye symbol which is the trade mark of this show is also present in this logo. Neon logo of Bigg Boss 7 takes center stage, casting a luminous glow that engulfs your screen. The vibrant blend of blue and red emanates a pulsating energy, embodying the essence of excitement and passion. Its sleek design adds an international touch, promising an entertainment experience like no other.[1]

On 18 July 2023, the show makers released a promo with host Akkineni Nagarjuna and next promo teased the unique "Ulta-Pulta" tagline referring to the uniqueness that this season is about to have and also said that this season will be different and against audience expectations and imaginations.[4]

The concept for this season of Bigg Boss was "Ulta-Pulta", which meant everything would be opposite from the previous seasons.[5]

The show is streamed 24/7 on Disney+ Hotstar and an hour-long episode every day on Star Maa. The episodes are being shown on a 24-hour live stream, from Monday to Friday.[4]

The host has informed us that only one vote can be made through Disney+Hostar app (per account) and missed call (per mobile number) unlike earlier where users were allowed to make 10 votes per Disney+Hostar account and per phone number.[6]

• Priyanka Jain – Television actress. She is known for her performances in the TV shows Mouna Raagam and Janaki Kalaganaledu etc.[15]
• Shivaji – Actor and Politician.[15]
• Damini Bhatla – Singer. Her notable works include "Paccha Bottasi" (from Baahubali: The Beginning) and "Blast Baby" (from Godfather).[15]
• Prince Yawar – Model and television actor.[15]
• Subhashree Rayaguru – Actress and lawyer.[15]
• Shakeela – Former actress and politician. She has featured in over 250 films and is also the member of the Indian National Congress[15]
• Sandeep – Dance choreographer.[15]
• Shobha Shetty – Television actress. She is best known for her portrayal of Dr. Monitha in Karthika Deepam.[15]
• Tasty Teja – YouTuber and comedian. He is known for his food vlogs on YouTube. Teja has also appeared in the TV show Jabardasth[15]
• Rathika Rose – Actress and internet celebrity.[15]
• Gautham Krishna – Actor and doctor. He known for his leading role in the film Aakasa Veedhullo.[15]
• Kiran Rathod – Actress. Her notable works include Andaru Dongale Dorikite and Kevvu Keka.[15]
• Pallavi Prashanth – Farmer and YouTuber.[15]
• Amardeep Chowdary – Television actor. He is best known for his role in Siri Siri Muvvalu, Janaki Kalaganaledu, and many movies.[15]

• Ambathi Arjun – Film and television actor. He is best known for his role in Agnisakshi and Devatha serials.[16]
• Aswini Shree – Actress and Internet celebrity.[16]
• Bhole Shavaali – Music director, writer and playback singer. He is known for his work for using words like "Yamaho Yama," "Banthi Poola Janaki," and "Dhanalaxmi Thalupu Thadithe" etc. in his songs for the hatke vibes.[16]
• Pooja Murthy – Television actress. She is known for her performance in the TV show Gundamma Katha.[16]
• Nayini Pavani - Social Media Influencer, Internet celebrity and a dancer.[16]

For the first time in the show's history, the first five contestants who had entered the house were allowed to walk out of the show after taking the money briefcase. The host offers from 5 Lakhs to 20 Lakhs for the first five contestants Priyanka, Sivaji, Damini, Yawar, Subhashree, and later increased to 35 Lakhs. However, All five contestants have not accepted the offer and expressed their determination to remain in the house and ready to face the challenges.[17]

In week 1-4, contestants had to compete in tasks to win the Power Astra. The winner of Power Astra will become confirmed housemate and get immunity from nomination.

This season's house had three bedrooms: VIP Bedroom, Deluxe Bedroom and Standard Bedroom with different comforts and privileges.
Key:

  indicates VIP Room

  indicates Deluxe Room

  indicates Standard Room

  indicates Secret Room

On Day 35, Bigg Boss 2.0 was launched with five wild card entrant's, Arjun, Ashwini, Bhole, Pooja and Nayani into the house. The episode started with a bang by eliminating Subhashree by audience voting. After her elimination, Gautham was also announced eliminated by the decision of the housemates but later host sent him to the secret room until further orders from Bigg Boss. At the end, Host Nagarjuna confirmed that all the contestants are now considered as Housemates.[7]

During Bigg Boss 2.0 launch, Host gave a special power called HOL (Heads of Luggages) to first two wild card entrant's Arjun and Ashwini. After attaining this power, these two need to decide the luggage allocation to the remaining housemates of the house. The next three wild card entrant's Bhole, Pooja and Nayani were given a power called HOB (Heads of Beds). These three contestants need to give a unanimous decision of allocating beds to the housemates.[18] Gautam was given a power called HOK (Head of Kitchen), he had to take care of the ration management. These three powers ended at the end of Week 6.