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Bigg Boss Kannada 8: A look at Kiccha Sudeep's journey as a host from the premiere season

TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Last updated on - Feb 25, 2021, 12:15 IST
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​ A look at Kiccha Sudeep's journey as a host from the premiere season

Kannada television's biggest reality show Bigg Boss Kannada is gearing up for the launch of its eighth edition. While the show is said to be a controversial one, Kiccha Sudeep has left an unparalleled impression among the telly viewers as a host. Here is a quick look at Sudeep's journey as s host since the premiere season of Bigg Boss Kannada.

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​Kiccha turns host

The Abhinaya Chakravarthy of the Kannada film industry has been associated with the reality show since its first season. If Bigg Boss Kannada is popular and successful today, then Kiccha Sudeep is unarguably the reason behind it.

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​Sudeep's Swag

Sudeep, who is also fondly known as 'Badhsah' by his fans, leaves no stone unturned to look his best throughout the show. From traditional attires to classy and quirky looks, Sudeep aces it with swag.

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​Extended schedule? Nevermind!

Being a host of a popular reality show, there were instances when Sudeep shot for over 15 hours during Bigg Boss Kannada season 3 for one of the weekend episodes.

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​Word of wisdom

Sudeep's way of handling any situation when Bigg Boss Kannada is on the run can never be missed. From schooling the contestants to appreciating them, Sudeep's feedback and opinion to the candidates inside the house is surely an eye-opener.

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​The funny side

His wit, spontaneity, and comic timing can crack up anyone almost instantly. This is quite evident in Sudeep’s conversations with the contestants.

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​The protective host

Kiccha, as he is fondly known, has always been protective about the contestants inside the glasshouse. There are many instances when Sudeep has taken a stand for the contestants when the situation demands his presence.

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​Sudeep as a mentor

Sudeep is often regarded as ‘Dronacharya’ (a mentor) to the contestants. He mentored them and guided the contestants through the crest and troughs of their game.

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​Sudeep the 'Masterchef'

There have been many instances when he personally prepared dishes for the contestants when they are inside the BB house. In fact, season 5 had a special segment during the weekend titled 'Kicchan time', a cookery show in which Sudeep cooked delicious dishes with the celebrity guests invited for promotions.

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​Applaud of appreciations

During the weekend episodes, Sudeep usually recognises the best performer of the week and ensures that their work is appreciated. As a gesture of appreciation, Sudeep applauds the best performer.

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​Kiccha's gesture

Sudeep never fails to pamper the contestants with loads of gifts and surprises. As a matter of fact, the host had indeed given away his jackets to former contestants Priyanka Shivanna and Kishen Bilagali as gifts during Bigg Boss Kannada season 7.

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​To a milestone

During the grand finale of Bigg Boss Kannada season 7, the former contestants paid tribute to the actor for completing 25 years successfully in the industry.

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Bh Ravikumar
1921 days ago
Big Boss Reality show is a good practical experience not only for the contestants but also to serious viewers of the show to rectify and tune thier lifes personally!Hat's off to the B B organisers as well as the entire team!
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