By Charmaine Ndlela
The wait is over. Big Brother Mzansi Season 6 has officially launched, and true to its theme, “Bazozwa”, the house is already buzzing with surprises, sass and serious competition.
At least 23 housemates have entered the iconic Big Brother house, all chasing the ultimate prize of R2 million, and it didn’t take long for Big Brother to shake things up.
This season comes with a juicy twist: four familiar faces have been given a second bite at the cherry.
After five days of intense fan voting, Big Brother Mzansi alumni were officially “redeemed” and sent back into the house, joining 19 brand-new housemates from across the country.
Meet the returning housemates:
Mmeli
Mmeli first appeared on Big Brother Titans: Ziyakhala Wahala, where he became the fifth housemate evicted. A controversial pairing twist cut his journey short, and fans have long wondered what more he could have brought to the game.
Bravo B
Bravo B featured on Big Brother Mzansi Season 4: S’ya Mosha, but his stay ended abruptly in Week 1 after he was disqualified for making offensive remarks. Now back in the house, he’s hoping for redemption — and a fresh start.
Liema
Also from Season 4: S’ya Mosha, Liema left viewers stunned on Day 57 when she chose to take R250,000 and voluntarily exit the house. Many believed she was a finalist in the making, making her return one of the most talked-about moments of the premiere.
Dube
Dube rose to prominence during Big Brother Mzansi Season 5: Umlilo, where a brutal launch-night twist saw fellow housemates deny him entry into the house. His return finally gives fans a glimpse of what might have been.
The arrival of the four returnees sent shockwaves through the house, leaving the newbies wide-eyed and tongues wagging as gossip spread at lightning speed.
And if the housemates think that’s the end of the drama — think again. Big Brother has already teased even more twists, promising chaos, curveballs and unforgettable moments still to come.
Expect the heat to rise on Thursdays and Fridays, as Big Brother continues to turn up the pressure.
Weekly house highlights:
- Mondays: Head of House games — power, immunity and bragging rights on the line
- Thursdays: Pool party vibes and simmering tension
- Saturdays: The legendary house party — music, dancing and drama galore
- Sundays: Eviction night, where viewers decide who stays and who gets the boot
One thing is certain — this season is not for the faint-hearted.
As Big Brother always says:
Big Brother rules. Big Brother’s game.
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