Bigg Boss 9 Telugu witnessed intense competition during Day 80 as former contestants returned to conduct captaincy qualifier tasks. Demon Pavan emerged victorious in the “Nail It to Win It” challenge, defeating ex-contestant Manas to become the second contender for the season’s final captaincy.
Bigg Boss 9 Day 80 Highlights: Ex-Contestants Return
| Task Name | Contestants | Winner | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cross It Climb It Rule It | Tanuja vs Prerana | Prerana | Tanuja eliminated |
| Tower of Power | Suman vs Harika | Harika | Suman eliminated |
| Nail It to Win It | Demon Pavan vs Manas | Demon Pavan | Captaincy Contender |
The episode brought back beloved alumni including Season 8 finalist Prerana, Season 4 Top 5 contestant Harika, and Manas. Each former housemate conducted tasks that determined captaincy contenders, creating pressure situations where mistakes eliminated contestants from the race.

Demon Pavan’s Winning Performance
In the decisive challenge, contestants ran across a zigzag path, caught balls released from overhead tracks, and threw them onto a board with nails. Pavan dominated from the start, displaying strength, precision and stamina to overpower Manas. His victory was celebrated enthusiastically by fellow housemates.
Drama Continues Inside the House
Beyond the captaincy tasks, tensions escalated between Bharani and Divya. Though Bharani nominated Divya in a previous episode, he showed no inclination to resolve the dispute, breaking from his typical pattern of quick reconciliations.
Sanjana, attempting to increase her screen presence, created mischief by hiding items and making demands to the cameras, highlighting the competitive atmosphere as the season approaches its finale.

What This Means for the Season
With the final captaincy race underway, Demon Pavan’s victory positions him strategically for the season’s closing weeks. The return of former contestants added nostalgia and elevated competition, keeping viewers engaged as Bigg Boss Telugu Season 9 races toward its conclusion.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: How did Demon Pavan become a captaincy contender in Bigg Boss 9 Telugu?
Demon Pavan won the “Nail It to Win It” task on Day 80, defeating former contestant Manas in a challenge requiring speed, precision and physical strength. He successfully caught balls from overhead tracks and secured them on a nailed board.
Q2: Which former Bigg Boss contestants returned for the captaincy tasks?
Three former contestants returned: Prerana (Season 8 finalist), Harika (Season 4 Top 5), and Manas. Each conducted special tasks to determine captaincy contenders, bringing nostalgia and competitive energy to the house.


