The launch of Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 1 was one of the most anticipated television events of 2018. Premiering on 24 June 2018 with Mohanlal as host, the reality show attracted strong viewer interest across Kerala.
According to the television ratings released for the launch week, the premiere episode recorded 10.33 TVR, making it one of the highest-rated entertainment launches of the period. The following weekday episodes maintained steady viewership as audiences became familiar with the contestants and the Bigg Boss house.
📋 Launch Episode Performance
| 📺 Category | 📌 Details |
|---|---|
| Show | Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 1 |
| Launch Date | 24 June 2018 |
| Channel | Asianet |
| Host | Mohanlal |
| Launch Episode TVR | 10.33 |
📈 Week 1 TRP Ratings
The table below shows the television ratings recorded during the opening week of Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 1.
Launch Episode Bigg Boss Malayalam Ratings is 10.33
Here is the awaited Bigg boss malayalam ratings data, launch episode of the show earned decent figure of 10.33 points. remaining performance of the show is not up to mark, it’s 8.5 in average. interesting fact is comedy stars season 2 scored better than this figure. you can check the launch week trp ratings of bigg boss malayalam from here. In total points, asianet lose 51 points, flowers tv once again at second positions with 303 points. surya tv at 3rd positions, mazhavil manorama at 4th are the other malayalam channel performance.
Update – The show reaches its finale and here is the finalists of malayalam bigg boss.
Asianet Bigg Boss Malayalam TRP Ratings – Week 1
| Day | Date | Points |
| Bigg Boss Launch | 24 June 2018 | 10.33 |
| Day 1 | 25 June 2018 | 9.50 |
| Day 2 | 26 June 2018 | 9.35 |
| Day 3 | 27 June 2018 | 7.05 |
| Day 4 | 28 June 2018 | 8.01 |
| Day 5 | 29 June 2018 | 8.30 |
📺 Malayalam GEC Performance – Week 26
Along with the launch week ratings, the overall Malayalam General Entertainment Channel (GEC) performance reflected Asianet’s strong position in the market.
| Position | Channel Name | Points |
| 1 | Asianet | 984 |
| 2 | Flowers TV | 303 |
| 3 | Mazhavil Manorama | 290 |
| 4 | Surya TV | 274 |
| 5 | Kairali TV | 89 |
| 6 | Asianet Plus | 87 |
| 7 | Amrita TV | 41 |
🎯 Launch Week Highlights
- 🎬 Grand premiere hosted by Mohanlal
- 🏠 Introduction of the first Bigg Boss Malayalam housemates
- 📺 Strong opening television ratings
- ⭐ Celebrity contestants generated significant audience interest
- 📈 Asianet remained the leading Malayalam entertainment channel during the week
📊 Understanding the Launch Ratings
A reality show’s launch episode generally attracts its highest initial curiosity from viewers. The first week of Bigg Boss Malayalam introduced the contestants, house rules, and overall format, laying the foundation for the weeks that followed.
The launch episode’s 10.33 TVR demonstrated the strong anticipation surrounding the Malayalam adaptation of the internationally popular reality show.
📌 Asianet’s Overall Performance
During the same rating period, Asianet continued to lead the Malayalam entertainment television segment, while other major Malayalam GECs also competed for audience share.
The launch of Bigg Boss Malayalam further strengthened Asianet’s entertainment lineup during the season.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
📌 When did Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 1 premiere?
The first season premiered on 24 June 2018 on Asianet.
📌 Who hosted the launch episode?
The launch episode was hosted by Mohanlal.
📌 What was the launch episode TVR?
The premiere episode recorded 10.33 TVR.
📌 Which channel aired Bigg Boss Malayalam?
The reality show was telecast on Asianet.
📌 What does TVR mean?
TVR (Television Rating) is a measurement used to estimate the percentage of television viewers watching a particular programme during its telecast.
📝 Editorial Note: This article was originally published during the launch week of Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 1 in June 2018. It has been updated for improved readability while preserving the original television rating data and historical context.










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