After weeks of drama, challenges, and emotional rollercoasters, the grand finale of Bigg Boss 19 concluded tonight, with Gaurav Khanna emerging as the winner. Hosted by Salman Khan, the finale was a star-studded event filled with electrifying performances, emotional moments, and unexpected twists. Khanna battled against fellow finalists Amaal Mallik, Tanya Mittal, Pranit More, and Farrhana Bhatt to claim the coveted trophy and a cash prize of ₹50 lakh. Farrhana Bhatt was declared the first runner-up.
The finale night was packed with entertainment. Celebrities like Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday graced the stage to promote their upcoming film, Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri. Sunny Leone and Karan Kundrra also joined the celebrations to promote Splitsvilla X6. Bhojpuri superstar Pawan Singh added to the energy with a special appearance and performance. Amaal Mallik performed his special composition 'Yaadon Ka Ghar'. Ashnoor Kaur and Abhishek Bajaj reunited for a performance as well.
The journey to the finale was not without its controversies. One shocking moment involved Ashnoor Kaur striking Tanya Mittal with a wooden plank, which led to Kaur's immediate eviction for violating the no-violence rule. Salman Khan emphasized that failing to penalize the act would be unfair to other contestants who had faced consequences for similar actions.
The grand finale also had emotional moments. Salman Khan paid tribute to the late actor Dharmendra, sharing heartfelt words and recalling his admiration for the legendary star. A throwback video of Dharmendra from a previous season was shown, bringing tears to Salman's eyes. Khan informed the contestants that Dharmendra had passed away while they were in the house.
Gaurav Khanna's victory was a result of his calm demeanor, emotional intelligence, and strategic gameplay throughout the 15-week season. Known for his composed nature, Khanna surprised viewers with moments of vulnerability, making his journey memorable. His turning point was during the Ticket to Finale task, where his focus and patience secured him a direct spot in the finale. Khanna expressed gratitude to Salman Khan for the opportunity to be on Bigg Boss.
The finale also included a family challenge, where family members of the top 5 contestants had to complete a puzzle of their contestant. The contestant whose puzzle was left unfinished would be evicted. Tanya Mittal's brother finished first, followed by Farrhana Bhatt's mother and Gaurav Khanna's wife, Akanksha Chamola. Amaal Mallik's puzzle was left incomplete, leading to his eviction. Following Amaal Mallik's eviction, Tanya Mittal and Pranit More were also eliminated, leaving Gaurav Khanna and Farrhana Bhatt as the top two finalists.
The 19th season of Bigg Boss premiered on August 24, 2025, on JioHotstar and Colors TV. The show started with 16 contestants, with two more joining as wild card entrants. The season was filled with drama, friendships, and controversies, keeping viewers engaged. Ultimately, Gaurav Khanna's composed nature and strategic gameplay led him to victory.
