Bigg Boss Telugu 10: Viewers Get the Power to Choose the First Captain — Here’s How the New Twist Works

Bigg Boss Telugu 10 has entered a new phase, and this time the biggest decision inside the house is not entirely in the hands of the contestants. The makers have introduced a new “Power of People” concept, giving viewers a direct role in deciding who will become the season’s first captain.

The latest twist comes after a dramatic opening week that included special powers, tasks and unexpected eliminations. With the second week now underway, the captaincy race is being placed directly in the hands of the audience.

What Is the “Power of People” Twist?

Usually, Bigg Boss captaincy is decided through a series of tasks. Contestants compete, prove their abilities and fight for the captaincy badge.

But Bigg Boss Telugu 10 has changed that formula.

Instead of conducting a conventional captaincy task, the makers have opened voting and allowed viewers to choose the contestant they believe deserves to become the first captain of the season.

This means the contestants are not the only ones competing for leadership. Their popularity and connection with the audience could now become equally important.

14 Contestants in the Captaincy Race

According to the latest episode developments, 14 contestants currently remaining in the Bigg Boss house are eligible for the captaincy vote.

Viewers can support their preferred contestant, and the contestant who receives the highest number of votes will be declared the first captain of Bigg Boss Telugu 10.

The voting window opened on September 14 and was scheduled to remain open until 12 PM on September 14.

Why This Captaincy Vote Matters

The captain's position in Bigg Boss is more than just a title.

A captain generally gets additional privileges and takes responsibility for maintaining discipline and managing various house duties. Captaincy can also have a direct impact on the week's game and can provide strategic advantages.

More importantly, the position tests a contestant's leadership skills.

How someone handles disagreements, manages housemates and makes decisions can influence how viewers perceive their gameplay.

That makes the audience vote particularly interesting because viewers are effectively being asked to answer one question:

Who looks most capable of leading the Bigg Boss house?

From “Mahapariksha” to “Power of People”

The change comes after the unusual first week of the season.

Bigg Boss Telugu 10 began with 16 contestants — 10 celebrities and six commoners. The opening phase featured the “Mahapariksha” concept, special powers and other twists designed to determine the contestants' positions in the game.

The first week also brought unexpected exits, with Chaitra Rai and Charan leaving the competition. This made the beginning of the season considerably more unpredictable than the traditional Bigg Boss format.

Now, instead of immediately moving into a familiar captaincy task, the show has handed the decision to the audience.

Popularity vs Gameplay: What Could Decide the Vote?

The biggest question is whether viewers will vote based on gameplay, personality or popularity.

A contestant who is highly active inside the house may not necessarily have the largest fan base outside. Similarly, a popular contestant could have an advantage even if their leadership skills have not yet been fully tested.

That creates an interesting battle between contestants who have already made an impression and those who may have built strong audience support.

The result could also reveal which contestants have developed the strongest connection with viewers so early in the season.

Why the Twist Could Change the Game

Giving the audience control over captaincy could have consequences beyond one week's leadership.

Contestants are likely to become more conscious of how their actions are perceived outside the house. A strong public connection could become an important part of their strategy as the season progresses.

It also adds another layer to the Bigg Boss format: contestants compete with each other, but they must also win over the audience.

That could make future tasks, arguments, friendships and alliances even more important.

What Happens Next?

The immediate focus will be on the captaincy voting result.

The contestant who finishes with the highest support will earn the distinction of becoming the first captain of Bigg Boss Telugu 10 through the Power of People concept.

The result could also provide an early indication of which contestants are currently connecting strongly with the audience.

For Bigg Boss Telugu 10, the message is clear: the game is no longer confined to the house. The viewers have entered the game too.

Note: Voting windows, rules and show developments can change. Viewers should follow the official voting platform and programme announcements for the latest information.