Who can you trust when everyone is lying? That’s the question behind The Traitors Telugu, and it’s about to get a lot more entertaining. HanuMan star Teja Sajja makes his debut as a reality-show host, and the show premieres on October 15, 2026. Pinkvilla has shared the full list of confirmed contestants.
How the Game Works?
The format revolves around hidden identities. Contestants are split into Innocents and Traitors. The Innocents have to work out who the Traitors are, while the Traitors try to stay undetected and eliminate their opponents one by one. With 20 celebrities from very different fields in the mix, alliances and betrayals look likely.
The Traitors Telugu: Meet All 20 Contestants
| # | Contestant | Known For |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chinmayi Sripaada | Playback singer, voice-over artist, entrepreneur |
| 2 | Harsha Vardhan | Veteran Telugu actor |
| 3 | Pragathi Mahavadi | Character actress in films and TV |
| 4 | Shreedevi Chowdary | Actress, producer, fashion personality |
| 5 | Nikhil Vijayendra Simha | Digital creator, host, podcaster |
| 6 | Vidyullekha Raman | Comedy actress (Telugu and Tamil) |
| 7 | Vishnu Oi | Actor, known for Taxiwala and MAD |
| 8 | Shravya Varma | Celebrity stylist, costume designer, producer |
| 9 | Dr Meghanath Reddy | Consultant anaesthesiologist |
| 10 | Mouneesha Chowdary | Content creator, model |
| 11 | Sweekar Agasthi | Music composer, singer, guitarist |
| 12 | Ashika Padukone | TV actress across Telugu, Tamil, Kannada |
| 13 | Varsha D’Souza | Digital star from viral web series |
| 14 | Pranav | Rapper and lyricist blending Telugu poetry with hip-hop |
| 15 | JSS Vardhan | Audio engineer, keyboardist, composer |
| 16 | Rahat Achanta | Entrepreneur, startup founder |
| 17 | Gaurav Sunil | YouTuber known for comedy sketches |
| 18 | Sai Ronak | Telugu film actor |
| 19 | Puppala Dhanunjaya (Dhanu Dio) | Gaming creator with millions of followers |
| 20 | Phalguni Bangera | Dancer and choreographer |
Harsha Vardhan is a veteran actor widely recognized for his work in Telugu cinema and television. Years of screen experience could make him a convincing bluffer.
Pragathi Mahavadi is a well-known character actress who often appears in Telugu movies and TV serials. Viewers know her face from countless family dramas, so her familiarity could work for or against her.
Shreedevi Chowdary is an actress, producer and fashion personality who also owns a production banner. Her business sense may show up in her strategy.
Vidyullekha Raman is a comedy actress who has delivered several comic performances in both Telugu and Tamil films. Humor can be a good disguise in a game about deception.
Vishnu Oi is a young actor famous for his humorous roles in popular movies like Taxiwala and MAD. Expect plenty of laughs from him.
Ashika Padukone is a television actress who has headlined multiple daily soaps across Telugu, Tamil and Kannada channels. Soap veterans are used to big emotional scenes, which could come in handy.
Sai Ronak is a film actor who has worked as a leading man and supporting actor across Telugu cinema.
Music and Performance
Chinmayi Sripaada is a playback singer, voice-over artist and entrepreneur who is a household name across South Indian cinema. She’s one of the best-known names on the list.
Sweekar Agasthi is a music composer, singer and guitarist famous for film scores.
Pranav is a rapper, lyricist and singer known for blending classical Telugu poetry into modern hip-hop. A wordsmith could be dangerous in a game of persuasion.
JSS Vardhan is an audio engineer, keyboardist and music composer, likely a quieter presence behind the scenes.
Phalguni Bangera is a professional dancer and choreographer who has worked on several major film projects in Telugu cinema.
Digital Creators
Nikhil Vijayendra Simha is a popular digital creator, host and podcaster. His experience talking to people could help him read the room.
Mouneesha Chowdary is a digital content creator, model and reality TV personality. She’s already familiar with reality formats.
Varsha D’Souza is a digital star who found widespread popularity through her viral Telugu web series, short films and social media content.
Gaurav Sunil is a YouTuber and digital creator known for relatable comedy sketches.
Puppala Dhanunjaya (Dhanu Dio) is a gaming creator with millions of digital followers. A gamer’s strategic mind could be an advantage in a game of hidden roles.
Style, Medicine and Business
Shravya Varma is a celebrity stylist, costume designer and film producer who has styled top Tollywood stars. Her industry connections could be useful.
Dr Meghanath Reddy is a consultant anaesthesiologist and the most unexpected entry in the lineup. A calm, analytical doctor could surprise everyone.
Rahat Achanta is a young business professional, entrepreneur and startup founder.
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FAQs
When does The Traitors Telugu premiere?
It premieres on October 15, 2026.
Who hosts The Traitors Telugu?
HanuMan actor Teja Sajja hosts the show, his first time presenting a reality series.
