Bigg Boss, the Indian adaptation of the international Big Brother format, has captivated audiences since its inception in 2006. The show brings together a diverse group of contestants, including celebrities and commoners, who cohabit in a specially constructed house under constant surveillance. Isolated from the outside world, they participate in various tasks and face weekly evictions based on public votes, all vying for the coveted title and a substantial cash prize.
Over the years, Bigg Boss has evolved, introducing new themes, twists, and a dynamic mix of participants, making each season unique. The show’s format emphasizes human emotions, relationships, and strategies, offering viewers a microcosm of society’s complexities.
Below is a comprehensive table detailing the winners of each season, along with pertinent information about the show’s timeline, hosts, and runner-ups.
Season | Start Date | End Date | Winner | Runner-Up | Host(s) | Prize Money |
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1 | 3 November 2006 | 26 January 2007 | Rahul Roy | Carol Gracias | Arshad Warsi | ₹1 Crore |
2 | 17 August 2008 | 22 November 2008 | Ashutosh Kaushik | Raja Chaudhary | Shilpa Shetty | ₹1 Crore |
3 | 4 October 2009 | 26 December 2009 | Vindu Dara Singh | Pravesh Rana | Amitabh Bachchan | ₹1 Crore |
4 | 3 October 2010 | 8 January 2011 | Shweta Tiwari | The Great Khali | Salman Khan | ₹1 Crore |
5 | 2 October 2011 | 7 January 2012 | Juhi Parmar | Mahek Chahal | Sanjay Dutt, Salman Khan | ₹1 Crore |
6 | 7 October 2012 | 12 January 2013 | Urvashi Dholakia | Imam Siddique | Salman Khan | ₹50 Lakh |
7 | 15 September 2013 | 28 December 2013 | Gauahar Khan | Tanishaa Mukerji | Salman Khan | ₹50 Lakh |
8 | 21 September 2014 | 31 January 2015 | Gautam Gulati | Karishma Tanna | Salman Khan | ₹50 Lakh |
9 | 11 October 2015 | 23 January 2016 | Prince Narula | Rishabh Sinha | Salman Khan | ₹50 Lakh |
10 | 16 October 2016 | 28 January 2017 | Manveer Gurjar | Bani J | Salman Khan | ₹50 Lakh |
11 | 1 October 2017 | 14 January 2018 | Shilpa Shinde | Hina Khan | Salman Khan | ₹50 Lakh |
12 | 16 September 2018 | 30 December 2018 | Dipika Kakar | Sreesanth | Salman Khan | ₹30 Lakh |
13 | 29 September 2019 | 15 February 2020 | Sidharth Shukla | Asim Riaz | Salman Khan | ₹40 Lakh |
14 | 3 October 2020 | 21 February 2021 | Rubina Dilaik | Rahul Vaidya | Salman Khan | ₹36 Lakh |
15 | 2 October 2021 | 30 January 2022 | Tejasswi Prakash | Pratik Sehajpal | Salman Khan | ₹40 Lakh |
16 | 1 October 2022 | 12 February 2023 | MC Stan | Shiv Thakare | Salman Khan | ₹31.8 Lakh |
17 | 15 October 2023 | 28 January 2024 | Munawar Faruqui | Abhishek Kumar | Salman Khan | ₹50 Lakh |
Season 1 (2006-2007) – Rahul Roy
- Start Date: 3 November 2006
- End Date: 26 January 2007
- Winner: Rahul Roy
- Runner-Up: Carol Gracias
- Host: Arshad Warsi
- Prize Money: ₹1 Crore
The inaugural season introduced the Indian audience to the Bigg Boss format. Rahul Roy, a renowned actor from the 1990s, emerged victorious, showcasing resilience and adaptability. The season set the foundation for the show’s future success.
Season 2 (2008) – Ashutosh Kaushik
- Start Date: 17 August 2008
- End Date: 22 November 2008
- Winner: Ashutosh Kaushik
- Runner-Up: Raja Chaudhary
- Host: Shilpa Shetty
- Prize Money: ₹1 Crore
Hosted by Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty, Season 2 saw Ashutosh Kaushik, a previous winner of MTV Roadies 5.0, clinch the title. His grounded nature and straightforward approach resonated with viewers.
Season 3 (2009) – Vindu Dara Singh
- Start Date: 4 October 2009
- End Date: 26 December 2009
- Winner: Vindu Dara Singh
- Runner-Up: Pravesh Rana
- Host: Amitabh Bachchan
- Prize Money: ₹1 Crore
With the legendary Amitabh Bachchan as host, Season 3 garnered significant attention. Vindu Dara Singh, son of wrestling icon Dara Singh.
Season 4 (2010-2011) – Shweta Tiwari
- Start Date: 3 October 2010
- End Date: 8 January 2011
- Winner: Shweta Tiwari
- Runner-Up: The Great Khali
- Host: Salman Khan
Bigg Boss Season 4 saw popular television actress Shweta Tiwari emerge as the first female winner of the series. Her resilience and steady approach helped her win against WWE wrestler The Great Khali. Salman Khan made his debut as the host, marking the beginning of a long-standing association with the show.
Season 5 (2011-2012) – Juhi Parmar
- Start Date: 2 October 2011
- End Date: 7 January 2012
- Winner: Juhi Parmar
- Runner-Up: Mahek Chahal
- Hosts: Sanjay Dutt and Salman Khan
Season 5 saw Juhi Parmar, another television actress, claim victory. Co-hosted by Sanjay Dutt and Salman Khan, this season brought a unique dynamic with the dual hosting approach. Mahek Chahal, who shared a close bond with Salman, finished as the runner-up.
Season 6 (2012-2013) – Urvashi Dholakia
- Start Date: 7 October 2012
- End Date: 12 January 2013
- Winner: Urvashi Dholakia
- Runner-Up: Imam Siddique
- Host: Salman Khan
Season 6 witnessed the victory of Urvashi Dholakia, famously known for her role as Komolika in Kasautii Zindagii Kay. Imam Siddique’s eccentric personality and bold attitude made him a notable runner-up. Salman Khan’s engaging hosting continued, adding more flavor to the show.
Season 7 (2013) – Gauahar Khan
- Start Date: 15 September 2013
- End Date: 28 December 2013
- Winner: Gauahar Khan
- Runner-Up: Tanishaa Mukerji
- Host: Salman Khan
Themed “Heaven and Hell,” Season 7 saw Gauahar Khan as the winner, with actress Tanishaa Mukerji finishing in second place. Gauahar’s popularity surged as she formed a memorable relationship with co-contestant Kushal Tandon, adding a dramatic element to the season.
Season 8 (2014-2015) – Gautam Gulati
- Start Date: 21 September 2014
- End Date: 31 January 2015
- Winner: Gautam Gulati
- Runner-Up: Karishma Tanna
- Hosts: Salman Khan and Farah Khan (for the extended finale)
Season 8 introduced Gautam Gulati, who became an audience favorite with his charm and unique antics, leading him to victory. Salman hosted most of the season, while Farah Khan took over the extended finale, Bigg Boss Halla Bol, where the competition intensified.
Season 9 (2015-2016) – Prince Narula
- Start Date: 11 October 2015
- End Date: 23 January 2016
- Winner: Prince Narula
- Runner-Up: Rishabh Sinha
- Host: Salman Khan
With a theme of “Double Trouble,” Season 9 brought Prince Narula into the spotlight as the winner. Having previously won MTV Roadies and MTV Splitsvilla, Prince solidified his reputation as a reality show star.
Season 10 (2016-2017) – Manveer Gurjar
- Start Date: 16 October 2016
- End Date: 29 January 2017
- Winner: Manveer Gurjar
- Runner-Up: Bani J
- Host: Salman Khan
Season 10 broke the celebrity-only format by introducing commoners as contestants. Manveer Gurjar, a commoner, won the season, beating celebrity finalist Bani J, a popular VJ and fitness enthusiast.
Season 11 (2017-2018) – Shilpa Shinde
- Start Date: 1 October 2017
- End Date: 14 January 2018
- Winner: Shilpa Shinde
- Runner-Up: Hina Khan
- Host: Salman Khan
Season 11 featured fierce rivalry, particularly between winner Shilpa Shinde and runner-up Hina Khan. Known for her strong opinions, Shilpa emerged as a fan favorite. This season generated significant social media buzz due to the intense arguments and controversies.
Season 12 (2018) – Dipika Kakar
- Start Date: 16 September 2018
- End Date: 30 December 2018
- Winner: Dipika Kakar
- Runner-Up: Sreesanth
- Host: Salman Khan
Dipika Kakar, a popular TV actress, won Season 12. Her close bond with fellow contestant Sreesanth and her grounded approach contributed to her win. Sreesanth’s emotional journey as the runner-up was also a highlight.
Season 13 (2019-2020) – Sidharth Shukla
- Start Date: 29 September 2019
- End Date: 15 February 2020
- Winner: Sidharth Shukla
- Runner-Up: Asim Riaz
- Host: Salman Khan
Season 13 is considered one of the most popular and controversial seasons of Bigg Boss. Sidharth Shukla, who commanded a massive fan following, won the season. His rivalry with Asim Riaz and bond with Shehnaaz Gill made this season unforgettable.
Season 14 (2020-2021) – Rubina Dilaik
- Start Date: 3 October 2020
- End Date: 21 February 2021
- Winner: Rubina Dilaik
- Runner-Up: Rahul Vaidya
- Host: Salman Khan
Rubina Dilaik’s consistent performance, strong personality, and relationship dynamics with her husband, Abhinav Shukla, helped her win. Rahul Vaidya’s journey as the runner-up was also impactful, adding to the season’s popularity.
Season 15 (2021-2022) – Tejasswi Prakash
- Start Date: 2 October 2021
- End Date: 30 January 2022
- Winner: Tejasswi Prakash
- Runner-Up: Pratik Sehajpal
- Host: Salman Khan
Tejasswi Prakash’s charm and competitiveness led her to victory, while Pratik Sehajpal’s journey as a dedicated player earned him the runner-up position. This season was known for its jungle-themed twist and intense competition.
Season 16 (2022-2023) – MC Stan
- Start Date: 1 October 2022
- End Date: 12 February 2023
- Winner: MC Stan
- Runner-Up: Shiv Thakare
- Host: Salman Khan
Season 16 featured MC Stan, a popular rapper, who brought a unique style to the show. His friendship with Shiv Thakare and the “Mandali” group dynamics kept viewers engaged.
Season 17 (2023-2024) – Munawar Faruqui
- Start Date: 15 October 2023
- End Date: 28 January 2024
- Winner: Munawar Faruqui
- Runner-Up: Abhishek Kumar
- Host: Salman Khan
Munawar Faruqui, a comedian and social media influencer, won the season, showcasing his humor and wit. His win resonated with the audience due to his grounded personality and compelling journey.
Season 18 (2024) – To Be Announced
- Start Date: 6 October 2024
- End Date: Ongoing
- Winner: To Be Announced
- Runner-Up: To Be Announced
- Host: Salman Khan
As Season 18 unfolds, audiences are eagerly awaiting another thrilling season filled with drama, challenges, and unexpected alliances. With new twists in every episode, fans are on the edge of their seats to see who will emerge as the winner.
Stay tuned we will update the details soon.