Gilli Nata Wins Bigg Boss Kannada Season 12

Gilli Nata emerged as the winner of Bigg Boss Kannada Season 12, lifting the coveted trophy in a grand finale hosted by Kiccha Sudeep on January 18, 2026. The popular reality show, broadcast on Colors Kannada and streamed on Disney+ Hotstar, concluded after four months of intense competition among contestants from diverse backgrounds, captivating audiences with drama, alliances, and emotional challenges.

The finale, which began at 6 p.m., featured a narrowed field of top contenders after weeks of evictions and tasks designed to test physical endurance and mental resilience. Six finalists had advanced to the late stages: Ashwini Gowda, Gilli Nata, Rakshitha Shetty, Dhanush Gowda, Mutant Raghu, and Kavya Shaiva. Public voting played a key role, with viewers able to cast up to 99 votes per account via the Disney+ Hotstar app by selecting their preferred contestant through an in-app option.

As the evening unfolded, Kavya Shaiva opted to exit the house early, securing a cash prize of 10 lakh rupees. This left Ashwini Gowda, Gilli Nata, and Rakshitha Shetty in the final showdown. Ashwini Gowda was soon evicted, setting up a tense battle between Gilli Nata and Rakshitha Shetty. Fans...