played the mastermind, whispering strategies to his group to ensure one of their own remained in power.

The morning began not with tea, but with a heated argument over the kitchen duties. Archana Gautam , ever the firebrand, took issue with how the ration was being distributed. She accused the "favorites" of getting more than their fair share, leading to a screaming match that echoed through the garden area. Priyanka Chahar Choudhary stepped in to defend the logic of the kitchen, but the damage was done—the house was officially divided.

The centerpiece of the episode was the new captaincy task. Bigg Boss announced a challenge that required physical endurance and strategic alliances.