Bigg Boss, the Indian reality television phenomenon, boasts an immense and dedicated fan following. Since its inception in 2006, the show has not only completed sixteen successful seasons but has also garnered widespread popularity globally. This immense success prompted the Bigg Boss franchise to expand its horizons by introducing the show in multiple languages.
Over the years, numerous renowned celebrities have graced the Bigg Boss stage, contributing to the show's ever-growing legacy. Season 2 was hosted by Shilpa Shetty, adding her charisma to the proceedings, while the iconic Amitabh Bachchan took charge of Season 3, elevating the show's grandeur.
For enthusiasts seeking a stroll down memory lane, here's a comprehensive list of Bigg Boss winners from all seasons, highlighting the respective years of their participation and the prize money they claimed.
1. Rahul Roy - Bigg Boss 1 (2007):
- Prize Money: Rs 1 Crore
- Notable for winning the inaugural season, beating Carol Gracias.
2. Ashutosh Kaushik - Bigg Boss 2 (2008):
- Prize Money: Rs 1 Crore
- Emerged victorious a year after winning MTV Roadies 5.
3. Vindu Dara Singh - Bigg Boss 3 (2009):
- Prize Money: Rs 1 Crore
- Best known for his roles in films like 'Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya' and 'Partner.'
4. Shweta Tiwari - Bigg Boss 4 (2011):
- Prize Money: Rs 1 Crore
- Television star who has since participated in various reality shows.
5. Juhi Parmar - Bigg Boss 5 (2012):
- Prize Money: Rs 1 Crore
- Notable for her role in 'Kumkum – Ek Pyara Sa Bandhan.'
6. Urvashi Dholakia - Bigg Boss 6 (2013):
- Prize Money: Rs 50 Lakh
- Witnessed a reduction in prize money compared to previous seasons.
7. Gauahar Khan - Bigg Boss 7 (2014):
- Prize Money: Rs 50 Lakh
- Beat contestants like Tanishaa Mukerji and Kushal Tandon.
8. Gautam Gulati - Bigg Boss 8 (2015):
- Prize Money: Rs 50 Lakh
- Known for his chemistry with Diandra Soares on the show.
9. Prince Narula - Bigg Boss 9 (2016):
- Prize Money: Rs 50 Lakh
- Married his co-contestant Yuvika Chaudhary post the show.
10. Manveer Gurjar - Bigg Boss 10 (2017):
- Prize Money: Rs 50 Lakh
- First non-celebrity winner, defeating Bani J.
11. Shilpa Shinde - Bigg Boss 11 (2018):
- Prize Money: Rs 44 Lakh
- Reduced amount as Deepak Thakur opted to leave with Rs 20 Lakh.
12. Dipika Kakar - Bigg Boss 12 (2019):
- Prize Money: Rs 30 Lakh
- Won the season, overcoming a reduced prize fund.
13. Sidharth Shukla - Bigg Boss 13 (2020):
- Prize Money: Rs 40 Lakh
- Late actor and fan-favorite, left an enduring legacy.
14. Rubina Dilaik - Bigg Boss 14 (2021):
- Prize Money: Rs 36 Lakh
- Emerged as the winner in a season full of twists and turns.
15. Tejasswi Prakash - Bigg Boss 15 (2022):
- Prize Money: Rs 40 Lakh
- Naagin 6 fame, found love with co-contestant Karan Kundrra.
16. MC Stan - Bigg Boss 16 (2023):
- Prize Money: Over Rs 31 Lakh + a Car
- Rapper MC Stan clinched the trophy in a highly competitive season.
As we eagerly await the next champion of Bigg Boss 17, these winners have etched their names in the show's history, each bringing a unique flavor to the iconic reality series.
