Bigg Boss Telugu Season 5 premiered on September 5, 2021, and concluded on December 19, 2021.
Here are some key highlights:
- Host: The season was hosted by Nagarjuna Akkineni for the third time.
- Duration: The season lasted for 105 days.
- Housemates: There were 19 contestants, including celebrities and commoners.
- Winner: VJ Sunny emerged as the winner, with Shanmukh Jaswanth as the runner-up.
- Finalists: The top five finalists were VJ Sunny, Shanmukh Jaswanth, Sreerama Chandra, Maanas Nagulapalli, and Siri Hanmanth.
- Special Moments: The season was known for its high drama, emotional moments, and intense tasks. The grand finale was a major event, featuring a special appearance by Chiranjeevi.
The season faced delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic but managed to garner high viewership ratings and became one of the most-watched seasons.
Bigg Boss Telugu Season 5 Contestants
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