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New Delhi: After a brief halt, Bigg Boss Kannada Season 12 has been cleared to resume filming following Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar’s intervention. The popular reality show, hosted by Kichcha Sudeep, had come under fire earlier this week when authorities sealed the Jollywood Studio in Bidadi Industrial Area for allegedly violating environmental norms. The move caused the show to go off-air temporarily, forcing contestants to vacate the Bigg Boss house.

The issue began after officials from the Bengaluru South District administration and the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB) cited concerns over untreated wastewater and improper waste management at the filming site. However, swift action from Deputy CM Shivakumar helped resolve the situation, allowing the makers to continue shooting under strict compliance measures.

DK Shivakumar directs reopening of the studio

Confirming the development on X (formerly Twitter), Shivakumar shared that he had directed the Deputy Commissioner to lift the seal on the Jollywood premises. “Employment is important and give them an opportunity to rectify (sic). I have directed the Deputy Commissioner of Bengaluru South District to lift the seal on Jollywood premises in Bidadi, where Bigg Boss Kannada is being filmed,” he wrote.

I have directed the Deputy Commissioner of Bengaluru South District to lift the seal on Jollywood premises in Bidadi, where Bigg Boss Kannada is being filmed.

While environmental compliance remains a top priority, the studio will be given time to address violations in accordance…

— DK Shivakumar (@DKShivakumar)

He added that while environmental protection remains a priority, industries contributing to employment and culture must be supported responsibly. “While environmental compliance remains a top priority, the studio will be given time to address violations in accordance with the norms set by the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board. I remain committed to supporting the Kannada entertainment industry, while also upholding our responsibility toward environmental protection,” he stated.

Kichcha Sudeep expresses gratitude

Host Kichcha Sudeep quickly responded to the decision with a note of thanks on X. “I sincerely thank Hon. @DKShivakumar sir for the timely support. Also want to thank the concerned authorities for acknowledging that #BBK was not involved or was a part of the recent chaos or disturbances. I truly appreciate the DCM for promptly responding to my call, and thank #Nalpad for his dedicated efforts. #BBK12 is here to stay,” he wrote.

I sincerely thank Hon. @DKShivakumar sir for the timely support.
Also want to thank the concerned authorities for acknowledging that #BBK was not involved or was a part of the recent chaos or disturbances.

I truely appreciate the DCM for promptly responding to my call, and thank… https://t.co/94n6vh2Boc

— Kichcha Sudeepa (@KicchaSudeep)

Bigg Boss Kannada 12 returns this Friday

Following the clearance, Bigg Boss Kannada 12 is set to return to screens from Friday, airing Monday to Friday at 9:30 PM and on weekends at 9 PM. A new promo confirming the comeback was shared on the show’s official handle with the caption in Kannada, “At the same time as usual… Bigg Boss | Mon-Fri 9:30pm | Sat-Sun Night 9.”

#BBK12 is here to stay🔥 | ಎಂದಿನಂತೆ ಅದೇ ಸಮಯದಲ್ಲಿ…

ಬಿಗ್ ಬಾಸ್ | ಸೋಮ-ಶುಕ್ರ ರಾತ್ರಿ 9:30 | ಶನಿ-ಭಾನು ರಾತ್ರಿ 9#BiggBossKannada12 #BBK12 #ColorsKannada #AdeBeruHosaChiguru #ಕಲರ್ಫುಲ್ಕತೆ #colorfulstory #KicchaSudeep #ExpectTheUnexpected #CKPromo @KicchaSudeep pic.twitter.com/d8aoAPmVbH

— Colors Kannada (@ColorsKannada)

The show, which began with 19 contestants, will see 17 remaining housemates, including Abhisheak, Chandrapraba, Dhanush, Jhanvi, Kavya, and Manju Bhasini, return to the Bigg Boss house.

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