Bigg Boss Tamil 8: Vijay Sethupathi turns host for new season; replaces Kamal Haasan | New teaser OUT

After much speculation, it has now been officially announced that Tamil actor Vijay Sethupathi will be hosting Bigg Boss Tamil season 8, replacing Kamal Haasan. The makers of the reality show took to their social media pages to release an exciting teaser, unveiling Vijay Sethupathi as the new host and welcoming the actor onboard.

Vijay Sethupathi takes over hosting duties for Bigg Boss Tamil 8

The actor also shared the promo teaser for the show’s 8th season, writing, “Excited to announce that I'll be hosting Bigg Boss! Join me on this thrilling journey!”

Excited to announce that I'll be hosting Big Boss! Join me on this thrilling journey! #VJStheBBhost @vijaytelevision @disneyplusHSTam #BiggBossTamilSeason8 #BiggBossTamil #BBT #BBTamilSeason8 #பிக்பாஸ் #VijayTelevision #Disneyplushotstartamil #VijayTV pic.twitter.com/e2XcYn99J4

— VijaySethupathi (@VijaySethuOffl) September 4, 2024

After the show’s previous host, Kamal Haasan, decided to step down, there was widespread speculation about who would take his place. Many sources suggested that Kamal Haasan had recommended Vijay Sethupathi for the role, and now the news has been officially confirmed. Check out the new teaser here!

Kamal Haasan's departure from Bigg Boss

Kamal Haasan, who made his grand small-screen debut with Bigg Boss Tamil and successfully hosted all the previous seasons, recently shocked everyone by announcing that he will not be hosting the upcoming season. He revealed this on social media, explaining that his prior commitments to other film projects made it impossible for him to continue hosting Bigg Boss Tamil. "With a heavy heart, I wish to inform you that I will be taking a small break from our journey that began 7 years ago. Due to prior cinematic commitments, I'm unable to host the upcoming season of Bigg Boss Tamil," the actor wrote.

Also read: Kamal Haasan NOT to host Bigg Boss Tamil; reveals the reason on social media

Audience reaction to Vijay Sethupathi hosting Bigg Boss

On the other hand, this isn’t the first time Vijay Sethupathi will be hosting a reality show. The actor made his small-screen debut with the reality talk show Namma Ooru Hero and later hosted MasterChef India – Tamil Season 1 in 2021. Fans, who were relatively happy about Kamal Haasan's departure from Bigg Boss, are now excited to see what Vijay Sethupathi will bring to the show. The actor is known for his quick wit and calm demeanor, and hence fans can expect even more engaging drama and unexpected twists this season!

Bigg Boss Tamil will be available for streaming on Disney+ Hotstar and can also be watched on Vijay Television.

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