Bigg Boss Season 9 Tamil Contestants List: Who's Ready to Compete?

Liputan6.com, Jakarta The ninth season of Bigg Boss Tamil officially kicked off on October 5, 2025, with the return of renowned actor Vijay Sethupathi as host.

Twenty to 21 Bigg Boss 9 Tamil contestants from diverse backgrounds have entered the iconic house.

Makal Selvan Vijay Sethupathi, returning for his second consecutive season, welcomes this diverse cast of contestants.

The participants include actors, social media influencers, singers, and content creators.

This season also introduces a unique twist that divides the housemates into two groups.

There will be a "Super Deluxe House" for the Blue team and a "Normal House" for the Red team, adding another layer of intrigue and strategy to the Bigg Boss Tamil 9 game.

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Vijay Sethupathi, known for his distinctive style, returns as host of Bigg Boss Tamil for this ninth season.

His presence is expected to maintain the show's appeal after successfully hosting the eighth season.

This season brings innovation by dividing the house into two distinct sections.

The concept of the "Super Deluxe House" and "Normal House" adds a new element of strategy and potential for conflict between the contestants.

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This season's Bigg Boss 9 Tamil contestants feature a mix of familiar faces and promising new talent.

Some of the confirmed names that have caught the public's attention include Kani Thiru, winner of "Cooku with Comali Season 2" and television actress, and Praveen Gandhi, a seasoned film director and actor.

Also on the roster are Vinoth Babu, a popular TV actor, and Diwakar, a social media sensation known as the "Watermelon Star" and a doctor.

Additionally, Apsara CJ, a transgender model and actress, and FJ, also known as Athisayam, an actor and rapper known for "Suzhal: The Vortex," are also included.

Here is a partial list of the confirmed Bigg Boss 9 Tamil contestants:

• Kani Thiru: Winner of "Cooku with Comali Season 2" and television actress. 
• Praveen Gandhi: Renowned film director and actor.
• Kongu Manjunadhan: Entrepreneur and orator.
• Vinoth Babu: TV actor who won Mr. and Mrs. Chinnathirai Season 2.
• Diwakar (Watermelon Star): Social media sensation and doctor.
• Apsara CJ: Transgender model and actress from Trivandrum.
• Praveen Devasagayam: Actor.
• Subiksha Krishnan: Actress and social media influencer.
• FJ aka Athisayam: Actor, beatboxer, and rapper.
• Aurora Sinclair: Model, actress, and digital content creator.
• Kamarudin: TV actor known for the series "Mahanadhi."
• Malini Jeevarathnam: Filmmaker, actor, and queer rights activist.
• Ramya Joo: Professional dancer.
• Sabarinadhan: TV actor and founding member of Blacksheep.
• Kemy: One of the contestants whose name has been announced.
• Aadhirai Soundarrajan: Actress known for "Bigil" and "Varalaru Mukkiyam."
• VJ Parvathy (VJ Paaru): Television host and content creator.
• Aghori Kalaiyarasan: Instagram influencer with an Aghori lifestyle.
• Kamarudin Vikram (Vikkals Vikram): Actor and stand-up comedian.
• Viyana: Model and actress.
• Tuhaar (Tushaar Jayaprakash): Social media influencer with bold content.
• Nandhini (VJ Nandhini): Yoga teacher, model, and VJ.
• Vyishali Kemkar: Rising star in the Tamil entertainment industry from "Cooku With Comali."
• Gana Vinoth Kumar: Versatile artist (singer, lyricist) in Tamil cinema.
• Ashwini Aanandita: One of the contestants whose name has been announced.
• Janani Ashok Kumar: One of the contestants whose name has been announced.
• Roshan A: One of the contestants whose name has been announced.
• VJ Shobana: One of the contestants whose name has been announced.

The diverse backgrounds of Bigg Boss 9 Tamil contestants is one of the main attractions of this season.

The presence of figures like Malini Jeevarathnam, a filmmaker and queer rights activist, and Apsara CJ, a transgender model, demonstrates the show's inclusivity.

Furthermore, Ramya Joo, a professional dancer who blends classical and modern styles, and VJ Parvathy, a television host and content creator, are also on the show.

With a contestant count of 20-21, the competition in Bigg Boss Tamil Season 9 is sure to be intense.

The daily interactions within the house, coupled with weekly tasks and nominations, will test the limits of each contestant's patience and character.

Viewers will be treated to a variety of moments, from forging friendships and heated arguments to revealing deep emotions.