Who is Kalyan Padala? Bigg Boss Telugu 9 winner, former Indian Army soldier, first commoner to win Nagarjuna’s show, bags Rs 35 lakh

Bigg Boss Telugu 9 winner Kalyan Padala

Bigg Boss Telugu season 9 ended on a high note with Kalyan Padala lifting the winner’s trophy. The Telugu version of India’s most popular reality show, hosted by Nagarjuna, was loved by the regional audience and like the previous seasons, the 9th edition of Bigg Boss Telugu was also extremely successful. This time the theme of the show was Celebrities vs. Public and Kalyan Padala made history by becoming the first commoner to win the reality show. Nagarjuna handed over the trophy to Kalyan and Thanuja Puttaswamy came first and Pavan came second.

Who is Kalyan Padala? A former Indian army soldier who dreams big

Hailing from Viziangaram, Andhra Pradesh, Padala grew up in a middle-class family and was oriented towards fitness and sports from an early age. After completing his education, Kalyan joined the Indian army and fulfilled his childhood dream of serving the nation. His decision-making skills and discipline during his military service became his strength during his tenure on the show.

Kalyan Padala’s life after the Indian army

After leaving the army, Padala pursued his passion for acting. Kalyan first came to public attention with the digital version of the reality series Bigg Boss 19 Agnipariksha, which was the digital pre-show before Bigg Boss Telugu 9 hosted by Sreemukhi. Kalyan’s role in this show connected with the audience. They voted to give him direct entry into Bigg Boss Telugu 9, making him the first commoner to enter the house with public support.

Kalyan Padala’s gameplay in Bigg Boss Telugu 9

Throughout Bigg Boss Telugu 9, Padala was praised for staying away from unnecessary controversies and focusing on her own game. His attitude resonated with viewers, who appreciated his discipline and calm demeanor. The constant support from the audience helped him throughout the competition and he eventually won the show hosted by Nagarjuna Akkineni.

Why did Kalyan Padala earn only 35 lakh rupees?

The price money of Bigg Boss Season 9 was Rs 50 lakh. However, Pavan received Rs 15 lakh and exited the final, leaving the price at Rs 35 lakh. Apart from the money, Kalyan also won a flashy, brand new SUV.