Vijay Sethupathi hosted the inaugural episode of Bigg Boss Tamil 8. (Photo credit: PR Handout)

Bigg Boss Tamil 8: Vijay Sethupathi announces new theme, 1st elimination in 24 hours

Vijay Sethupathi hosted the inaugural episode of Bigg Boss Tamil Season 8. The actor announced a new theme and said that the first elimination will happen in 24 hours.

by · India Today

In Short

  • Vijay Sethupathi hosted the inaugural episode of Bigg Boss Tamil 8 on October 6
  • He welcomed 18 contestants on the show
  • The show will go on for 100 days

Bigg Boss Tamil Season 8 was launched on a grand note with Vijay Sethupathi hosting the inaugural episode on October 6. The actor, who is hosting the show for the first time, welcomed 18 contestants. Before welcoming the contestants, he gave the viewers a virtual tour of the house. The theme of Bigg Boss Tamil season 8 is Men vs Women. The house is also split into two areas, which will be occupied by men and women.

Vijay Sethupathi was a fun host as he cleverly posed tough and difficult questions to the contestants with a smile on his face. He also warned the contestants that he would call them out when necessary.

The first promo of Bigg Boss Tamil 8 was unveiled on October 8 where it was announced that the first elimination would happen in 24 hours.

Here's the promo:

As soon as a few contestants entered the house on October 6, Bigg Boss challenged them to pick between two areas - one which had access to single beds, and the other to the kitchen.

Vijay Sethupathi's casual conversations with Maharaja actor Sachana Namitas, Gaana singer Jeffrey and anchor Muthukumaran were heartwarming. His tough line of questioning to actor-director Ranjith regarding his controversial film, Kavundampalayam, which promoted many regressive topics, was appreciated too.

Here are some glimpses:

Vijay Sethupathi brought a new colour to Bigg Boss Tamil 8 and fans are now keen to see how the show will turn out in the next 100 days.