Bigg Boss Kannada 12 Grand Finale | Gilli Nata Wins the Trophy!

The curtains have officially closed on Bigg Boss Kannada Season 12. In a spectacular grand finale aired on Sunday, January 18, 2026, host Kiccha Sudeep announced Gilli Nata as the winner of this landmark season. Gilli, a fan favorite known for his sharp humor and consistent entertainment, lifted the trophy amid a record-breaking audience vote count estimated between 37 and 50 crore.

Bigg Boss Kannada 12 Winner & Finalists Standings

The finale saw a fierce competition among the Top 6 finalists. Here is the final leaderboard:

Position	Contestant	Prize & Highlights
Winner	Gilli Nata	₹50 Lakh + ₹10 Lakh personal gift from Sudeep + SUV
1st Runner-up	Rakshitha Shetty	₹20–25 Lakh cash prize
2nd Runner-up	Ashwini Gowda	₹7 Lakh cash prize
4th Place	Kavya Shaiva	Awarded ₹10 Lakh upon eviction
5th Place	Mutant Raghu	Eliminated during the finale night
6th Place	Dhanush Gowda	First finalist to be eliminated in the finale

Gilli Nata’s Path to Victory

Gilli Nata, who rose to fame through YouTube and Comedy Khiladigalu, dominated the season as the primary entertainer. His victory was sealed by a “record-breaking margin,” despite a nail-biting finish against runner-up Rakshitha Shetty.

The “Kichchana Chappale” Controversy: Gilli’s popularity was so immense that fans once trolled Sudeep for not acknowledging him enough with the season’s signature applause.
Fan Frenzy: Following the announcement, statewide celebrations erupted with firecrackers and street rallies, usually reserved for major sports wins.

Grand Finale Highlights

The finale was a star-studded 112-day culmination featuring emotional “Journey VTs” and special guest appearances.

Guest Appearances: Veteran actors Crazy Star Ravichandran and Shruthi entered the house to assist with eliminations.
History Made: This season marked the first time three female contestants made it to the Top 3 in the show’s history.

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