In a surprising announcement that has sent shockwaves through the Kannada television industry, Kichcha Sudeep has revealed that he will not be hosting the upcoming weekend episodes of Bigg Boss Kannada Season 12.
During the Sunday episode on December 21, 2025, the superstar himself addressed the audience and the contestants, confirming his absence for the next "Super Sunday with Sudeepa" and the Saturday "Varada Kathe" sessions.
The Reason Behind Sudeep's Absence
While the announcement was sudden, the reason is purely professional and celebratory. Sudeep’s highly anticipated action-thriller, Mark, is set for a massive theatrical release on December 25, 2025.
- Promotional Commitments: As the leading star of Mark, Sudeep is currently involved in an intensive multi-city promotional tour. The actor cited these unavoidable movie-related commitments as the reason for his short break from the Bigg Boss stage.
- Film Release: With the film releasing on Christmas Day, Sudeep will be busy interacting with fans and attending premieres across Karnataka.
- Temporary Break: The actor clarified that this is only a temporary absence for one weekend and that he will return to his hosting duties the following week.
"The love for Mark has taken me to the streets to meet you all. For this one weekend, I will be away from the stage, but the game inside the house will continue with even more twists." — Kiccha Sudeep
What Happens to the Weekend Episodes?
Fans are now speculating how the show will proceed without its iconic host. While the makers (Colors Kannada) have not yet officially named a guest host, several possibilities are being discussed:
- Guest Celebrity Host: A veteran actor like Upendra or Ramesh Aravind might step in for a special session.
- Voice-Only Moderation: Bigg Boss himself might handle the eliminations and the "Kicchana Chappale" (Sudeep's Applause) might be postponed.
- Special 'Mark' Promotion: It is rumored that the cast of Mark might virtually interact with the housemates instead of a traditional stage show.
