The latest episode of Bigg Boss 18, aired on January 10, 2025, was packed with drama, intense confrontations, and emotional moments as the house witnessed its first live audience voting of the season. Nominated contestants Rajat Dalal, Shrutika Arjun, and Chahat Pandey took the stage to defend their place in the house, each resorting to bold statements and criticisms of their rivals in a bid to win the audience’s favor.
In a dramatic twist, a surprise eviction was announced, leaving the housemates stunned. Bigg Boss delivered a stern warning, calling out the contestants for failing to honor the format of the show, further escalating tensions within the house.
A major highlight was Avinash Mishra’s clash with Vivian Dsena. Avinash lambasted Vivian for sacrificing his Ticket to Finale to Chum Darang, calling it a reckless move that undermined the hard work of other housemates. The heated exchange left Avinash questioning Vivian’s worthiness as a finalist. Meanwhile, Karan Veer Mehra stirred the pot by questioning Rajat Dalal and Avinash’s aggressive behavior during the Ticket to Finale task.
Karan Veer Mehra also called out the alliance of Shilpa Shirodkar, Chahat Pandey, and Shrutika Arjun, accusing them of supporting each other superficially while failing to seize the Ticket to Finale opportunity. This led to a series of arguments that further fragmented the house.
Amid the chaos, Vivian Dsena and Chum Darang took a moment to apologize to the housemates for their actions. Later, Chum hosted a sponsored task, where Avinash and Shrutika emerged victorious. However, the joy was short-lived as Bigg Boss shifted focus to the eviction process.
During the eviction, the nominated contestants had to plead their case in two rounds: first, by explaining why they deserved to stay, and second, by dissing their fellow nominees. Ultimately, Shrutika Arjun was eliminated, leaving the housemates emotional. Chum Darang broke down as she bid farewell, while Shilpa Shirodkar expressed her resolve to distance herself from Rajat Dalal, accusing him of being fake.
Bigg Boss 18 continues to captivate audiences with its mix of strategy, emotion, and unpredictability, making it a must-watch as it heads toward the finale.