Bigg Boss Telugu 10 twist: Three Agnipariksha challengers seek house entry

Bigg Boss Telugu 10 introduced a major third-week twist as former Agnipariksha contestants Mithilesh, Apoorva and Ramakrishna arrived at the house seeking another opportunity in the competition. Their appearance followed an emotionally charged captaincy task and immediately forced the existing contestants to reassess their alliances.

The latest episode, aired on September 24, continued the “Temptation versus Tension” challenge. Housemates competed for captaincy contender positions while confronting choices linked to family letters, photographs and other personal rewards. What began as a physical contest soon turned into a test of judgment, loyalty and emotional control.

Buzzer decision sparks disagreement

One of the episode’s first flashpoints involved Naresh and Vamsi racing toward a buzzer. Thrigun, who was supervising the round, initially named Naresh as the winner. He later reconsidered what he had seen and reversed the decision, declaring that Vamsi had reached the buzzer first.

The change disappointed Naresh and prompted other contestants to question whether he should have challenged the ruling more firmly. Thrigun stood by his revised verdict and said he was prepared to accept responsibility if it proved incorrect. The disagreement added another layer of tension to relationships already tested during the week’s nominations.

Jhansi wins another task

Vamsi subsequently faced Jhansi in a seesaw-based challenge that required the contestants to guide balls into baskets placed at a distance. Jhansi won the contest, strengthening her position in the captaincy race and once again demonstrating her ability in physical tasks.

Her victory, however, came with an emotional decision. She received an opportunity connected to a letter from her father, but accepting the reward affected Naresh’s chance to receive a family message and progress in the captaincy contest. Jhansi chose the letter and became emotional while reading it, while Naresh accepted the outcome without creating a prolonged confrontation.

Housemates confronted with harsh assessments

After providing the contestants with a large food spread, Bigg Boss shifted the atmosphere by displaying critical observations about their performances. The comments questioned whether some housemates were playing independently, relying on established groups or using personal narratives to shape audience perception.

Jhansi was confronted with questions about whether her farmer’s-daughter identity was becoming part of her strategy. Ram Prasad faced criticism for appearing cautious and calculating, while Thrigun was described as someone attempting to influence other contestants. Shalini’s temper and conversations became a discussion point, and Varshini was questioned over her support for Mukesh and her influence on Sudheer.

Sudheer was also challenged over whether he had developed an individual game. Mukesh’s close equation with Varshini came under scrutiny, while Naresh was criticised for appearing uncertain during important moments. The remarks created discomfort because they targeted both personal behaviour and the alliances forming inside the house.

Mithilesh, Apoorva and Ramakrishna arrive

The episode then revealed that the three Agnipariksha challengers had contributed some of the assessments. Mithilesh, Apoorva and Ramakrishna appeared at the house entrance and presented their cases for joining the main competition.

Mithilesh said he wanted to challenge the existing groups and expose who was controlling the game and who was merely following. His comments led to direct exchanges with Thrigun and Ram Prasad, both of whom questioned his assessment of their strategies.

Apoorva adopted an equally confrontational approach. She questioned Mukesh’s claim to being a leading player and argued that his support within the house did not necessarily establish individual strength. Her arrival also revived memories of earlier disagreements from the Agnipariksha stage, particularly with Shalini.

Ramakrishna offered a calmer pitch, promising to remain genuine while contributing entertainment. His approach appeared to attract interest from contestants who viewed him as a potentially less disruptive option than the other two challengers.

Secret ballot puts alliances to the test

Bigg Boss announced that the current housemates would participate in a secret ballot to determine which challenger deserved an opportunity. The decision places contestants in a difficult position: they must choose between adding a strong opponent, selecting someone considered compatible or using the vote to protect their existing group.

The three-way entry contest is likely to influence the captaincy race and future nominations regardless of the final result. Mithilesh and Apoorva have already questioned prominent players, while Ramakrishna’s understated approach could make him an attractive strategic choice. With the ballot pending, the latest twist has ensured that the house’s developing alliances can no longer remain comfortable or predictable.