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Bigg Boss Telugu 9 contestant Ramu Rathod: Here’s everything you need to know about the folk singer

ETimes.in | Last updated on - Sep 10, 2025, 00:43 IST
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Bigg Boss Telugu 9 contestant Ramu Rathod: Here’s everything you need to know about the folk singer

Bigg Boss Telugu 9 is setting social media ablaze with its diverse mix of celebrities and commoner contestants. One of the celebrated folk singers, Ramu Rathod, entered the Bigg Boss house as a contestant, bringing his soulful voice and cultural heritage to the show. From being a YouTube sensation to entering Bigg Boss house, here’s everything you need to know about Ramu Rathod:

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Roots of a star

Ramu Rathod was born in Mahabubnagar and hails from Gopalpur Tanda in Bhoothpur Mandal. He gained recognition for his traditional Banjara-Lambadi songs, capturing raw passion and showcasing pure talent.

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Social media sensation

Ramu Rathod’s song “Ranu Bombaiki Ranu” went viral on social media for his soulful voice, garnering over 516 million views. The rustic backdrop of his songs reflects his authentic connection to Telangana’s folk culture.

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Spotlight


His sensational hit song “Ranu Bombaiki Ranu” was played on the Miss World stage, blending folk rhythms with modern flair.

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Famous songs

Ramu Rathod’s other hit songs include “Sommasilli Pothunnave O Chinna Ramulamma”, “Ringu Ringula Juttudhana”, “Yedikelli Vachinaave”, and “Are Emainde Pilla”. His raw emotion and unfiltered style have broken records and topped several charts.

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Bigg Boss entry


He entered the Bigg Boss Telugu 9 house as one of the celebrity contestants. His vibrant energy, folk-star charisma, and bold personality are poised to elevate the season.

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