Mohanlal officially launches Bigg Boss Malayalam 7; Flags off 'Star Singer Home Tour' in a star-studded episode

It's official! The much-awaited Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 7 is set to replace Star Singer on the weekend primetime slot, and the announcement came in grand style during the latest episode of the musical reality show. The special episode, themed around the Star Singer Monsoon Festival, turned into a celebration of two major milestones: the official launch of Bigg Boss Malayalam 7 and the kickoff of the new 'Star Singer Home Tour'.Superstar and Bigg Boss host Mohanlal, along with singer Usha Uthup and veteran filmmaker Sathyan Anthikad, graced the Star Singer stage to mark the occasion. In a heartwarming moment, the team unveiled the much-anticipated teaser for Bigg Boss Malayalam 7, signaling the official launch of the season.Mohanlal was seen watching the promo with amusement, while host Mithun Ramesh playfully teased him about the light-hearted self-troll featured in the teaser, drawing laughter from the audience.The makers also confirmed that the Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 7 premiere will take over the current Star Singer weekend slot, setting the stage for a dramatic transition from soulful melodies to intense drama and competition.In another exciting segment, Mohanlal flagged off the brand-new 'Home Tour' series. This unique segment will see the Star Singer team travel to the hometowns of the show's contestants, conducting special events with their families, friends, and local communities.The Monsoon Festival episode was packed with vibrant performances and special appearances. Contestants not only impressed with their singing but also entertained with comedic skits, showcasing their versatility.The star-studded event also had Usha Uthup singing the iconic track ‘Empuraane’ as a musical welcome for Mohanlal, a dance performance by actress Moksha dedicated to the superstar and heartfelt birthday celebration for playback legend KS Chithra, with an on-stage cake-cutting ceremony.