Vinícius Nascimento Answers Big Fone, Nominates Rivals In BBB 25

In a night filled with tension and anticipation, Vinícius Nascimento responded to the ringing of the Big Fone on Saturday, March 22, 2025, during an episode of BBB 25. This much-anticipated moment required Vinícius to take on a pivotal role in deciding who would face elimination in the upcoming 'paredão', a critical juncture in the reality show.

As the housemates anxiously waited for the phone to ring, several contestants, including Aline Patriarca, João Gabriel, and Maike Cruz, gathered near the Big Fone. Meanwhile, Eva Pacheco, among others, prepared to seize the opportunity should the call come. Just after 22:25 (Brasília time), the fateful call finally resonated, and presenter Tadeu Schmidt encouraged the housemates about the significance of the Big Fone's ringing, stating, “The participant who answers will send two people to the 'paredão'.”

Vinícius, demonstrating quick reflexes as he reached for the phone, was instructed, “You must indicate two people to the 'paredão.' Communicate your decision to everyone if you want.” Without hesitation, he chose to nominate Eva and Maike but opted not to disclose this information to them immediately. Instead, he placed red bracelets on each of the nominees, marking them as potential eliminations.

The results of his nominations set off a flurry of reactions among the housemates. Aline, a close ally of Vinícius, provoked the opposing group, saying, “Let’s hear some laughter now,” targeting Eva and Maike’s crew. The already charged atmosphere was amplified by this exchange, which showed the ongoing tensions and rivalries within the house.

With the nominations completed, the show followed its carefully crafted weekly dynamics. A key part of this process was the Poder Curinga, wielded by Joselma Silva, who could save one of the nominees from elimination. This twist added another level of intrigue to the week's proceedings, as it was unclear who Joselma would choose to rescue. Furthermore, the winner of the Angel challenge, João Gabriel, had gained the ability to immunize a fellow contestant, injecting yet another layer of strategy into the weekly interactions.

The upcoming 'paredão' would not only include Vinícius' nominees but also one additional contestant as decided by the leader, Renata Saldanha, who could cast her vote on Sunday, March 23. Her potential targets were Aline, Joselma, Vinícius, Vitória Strada, Daniele Hypolito, and Diego Hypolito.

Renata's choice was particularly significant, given the escalating tensions between her and Aline, as well as her desire to avoid allowing Aline to return after the nominations. “I have to think about this. Was she not so eager to go to the 'paredão'?” Renata pondered aloud, showing the complexity of decision-making in a competitive environment rife with strategic maneuvering.

Meanwhile, Eva expressed her aim for Aline to be among those nominated. “I want her to go,” she declared, indicating that the competitive spirit and personal rivalries are boiling over as contestants clash for survival in the game.

As the show progresses, more housemates will be at the mercy of the audience's votes, particularly the three participants who emerge from the 'Prova Bate e Volta,' which allows one of the nominated contestants a chance to escape elimination. This ensures heightened drama and unpredictability as viewers keep up with the unfolding events.

In sum, the episode was rich with strategic plays, personal rivalries, and the looming cloud of elimination that keeps audiences captivated. This latest twist in BBB 25 set the stage for an electrifying weekend of suspense as housemates grapple with the reality of their positions in the game.