Bigg Boss Telugu 10 has started with a mix of celebrities and contestants who earned their place through the Agnipariksha selection process.
This season reportedly has 10 celebrity contestants along with six contestants who came through Agnipariksha. Now, the remuneration of the contestants is becoming a talking point.
According to reports doing the rounds, those who entered the Bigg Boss house through Agnipariksha are reportedly being paid around Rs 70,000 per week for their stay in the house.
The celebrity contestants, meanwhile, are said to have negotiated their payments based on their popularity, market value, and previous experience.
While the Agnipariksha contestants get a major opportunity to gain popularity through the reality show, the celebrities enter with an established fan base and industry experience.