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Bigg Boss Tamil: Here's what’s keeping the winners of previous seasons busy

ETimes.in | Last updated on - Oct 3, 2025, 13:38 IST
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Bigg Boss Tamil: Here's what’s keeping the winners of previous seasons busy



The countdown has begun for the much-anticipated launch of Bigg Boss Tamil Season 9, which premieres on October 5 at 6 PM with the intriguing tagline “Onnume Puriyala.” While fans are already buzzing about the grand return of host Vijay Sethupathi, here’s a look at what the winners of the previous seasons are up to:
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Muthukumaran Jegatheesan (Season 8 Winner)


Muthukumaran, who first gained recognition through the speech-based reality show Tamil Pechu Engal Moochu in 2023, captured hearts in Bigg Boss Tamil 8 with his authenticity and resilience. He emerged as the title winner and is now an emerging name in Tamil entertainment.
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Archana Ravichandran (Season 7 Winner)


The Raja Rani 2 actress won Bigg Boss Tamil 7 and has since expanded her career with shows like Morattu Single Season 2 and Comedy Raja Kalakkal Rani. She made her big-screen debut in Demonte Colony 2. The season’s runner-up, choreographer Manichandar, continues to shine in the dance industry.
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Mohammed Azeem (Season 6 Winner)


Known for his TV serials Maya, Priyamanaval, and Pagal Nilavu, Azeem clinched victory in Bigg Boss Tamil 6. He is now set to make his silver screen debut with a film directed by Ananda Krishnan, inspired by a true story. Runner-up Vikaraman has since ventured into both acting and politics.
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Balaji Murugadoss (Bigg Boss Ultimate Winner)


After finishing as runner-up in Season 4, Balaji redeemed himself by winning Bigg Boss Ultimate. A former model, he has shifted focus to films, appearing in projects like Naane Varuven, Nitham Oru Vaanam, and Surya 42.
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Raju Jeyamohan (Season 5 Winner)


Raju impressed with his performance in the film Don and has been a familiar face on reality shows like Bigg Boss Jodigal 2 and Start Music 3. Adding another feather to his cap, he won the title of Cooku with Comali 6. He is currently pursuing more opportunities in cinema.
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Aari Arujunan (Season 4 Winner)


Aari, celebrated for his grounded personality and strong fan base, continues his film journey with movies like Ellam Mela Irukuravan Pathuppan, Aleka, and Bhagavan.
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Mugen Rao (Season 3 Winner)


The Malaysian singer-actor became a household name after winning Bigg Boss Tamil 3. He later starred in Velan and continues to balance both his acting and music careers.
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Riythvika (Season 2 Winner)


Riythvika, known for her impactful performances in Tamil cinema, took home the title in Season 2. She later appeared in Odavum Mudiyathu Oliyavaum Mudiyathu and is currently working on an MGR biopic.
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Aarav Nafeez Kizer (Season 1 Winner)


The show’s first winner, Aarav, moved from modelling into cinema, starring in Market Raja MBBS. He is now part of upcoming projects like Raja Bheema, Meendum Vaa Arugil Vaa, and the Ajith Kumar-starrer Vidaamuyarchi.

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