Bigg Boss Kannada 12 Winner: Gilli Nata Crowned Winner, Rakshitha Shetty is 1st Runner-Up; Prize Money and More
The Bigg Boss Kannada Season 12 grand finale aired on January 18, 2026, with popular comedian and actor Gilli Nata (Malavalli Nataraj) being crowned the winner.
Source : Filmibeat
Winner and Rankings
Gilli Nata emerged victorious after a 112-day journey, securing a record-breaking 37 crore votes from the audience.
- Winner: Gilli Nata
- 1st Runner-up: Rakshitha Shetty
- 2nd Runner-up: Ashwini Gowda
- 4th Place: Kavya Shaiva
- 5th Place: Mutant Raghu
- 6th Place: Dhanush Gowda
Prize Details
As the winner, Gilli Nata received a comprehensive prize package including:
- Cash Prize: ₹50 lakh from the show plus an additional ₹10 lakh personally gifted by host Kiccha Sudeep.
- Luxury Car: A brand-new Maruti Suzuki Invicto SUV.
- Trophy: The prestigious Bigg Boss Kannada Season 12 golden trophy.
Finale Highlights
- Awards: Several fun titles were awarded during the finale, including the Kannerra Kanmani (“Cry Baby”) award to Rashika Shetty and the Loudspeaker award to Risha Gowda, both carrying a ₹1 lakh prize.
- Celebrations: Gilli Nata’s victory sparked massive celebrations across Karnataka, particularly in his home district of Mandya, where fans held spontaneous rallies and fireworks.
- Host’s Farewell: Kiccha Sudeep concluded the season with a heartfelt message, marking the end of his 12th consecutive season as host and hinting at the return for Season 13.