Mumbai, December 11, 2025 – Tanya Mittal, the breakout star and third runner-up of Bigg Boss 19, drew a massive crowd during a recent visit to the Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai, with fans and media alike eager to catch a glimpse of the popular personality. The overwhelming reception has led many online to dub her the "real winner" of the reality show.

Mittal's visit, which took place on December 9th, was intended for her to seek blessings from Lord Ganesha following her stint on Bigg Boss 19. However, the spiritual visit quickly transformed into a public spectacle as admirers flocked to the temple, eager to express their support and admiration.

Videos and images circulating on social media show Mittal surrounded by a sea of fans, many of whom were school children, all wanting to shake her hand and take photos. Mittal, visibly touched by the outpouring of love, greeted the children with warmth and happiness. She later posted on her Instagram, questioning in a caption, "Kya mei sach mei Haar gayi ??" which translates to "Did I really lose?". This sentiment resonated with many online, who felt that her popularity and genuine connection with the audience transcended the show's outcome.

Adding to the positive sentiment, Mittal was seen distributing silver coins to the paparazzi stationed outside the temple, a gesture that was widely praised for its humility and generosity. Social media users lauded her down-to-earth nature and appreciation for the media's efforts.

During her interaction with the press, Mittal addressed her recent decision to unfollow fellow Bigg Boss 19 contestant Neelam Giri on Instagram. She explained that after watching interviews post-show, she was disappointed by Giri's negative comments about her, including being labeled "fake" and a "liar". Mittal expressed feeling betrayed, stating that she had trusted Giri and confided in her during their time in the Bigg Boss house. "I unfollowed her (Neelam) on social media. After coming out, I saw some clips from her interview in which she called me 'fake' and 'liar'. I didn't like her views about me. I had trusted her a lot and shared a lot of things with her. But she betrayed my trust," Mittal said. She also referred to herself as a "one-woman army".

Tanya Mittal's journey on Bigg Boss 19 was marked by her candidness and unapologetic display of her lifestyle, which often sparked debate among fellow contestants. While some labeled her as "fake," Mittal maintained that she was simply being true to herself. In an earlier interview with the Hindustan Times, she stated, “I've always been straightforward about who I am...If I choose to spend on myself or maintain a particular lifestyle, it's because I can. I work for it. That doesn't make me pretentious".

Mittal's popularity has soared since her appearance on Bigg Boss 19, with Ekta Kapoor already signing her for an upcoming project. While Gaurav Khanna ultimately won Bigg Boss 19, Tanya Mittal's temple visit and the ensuing fan frenzy underscore the significant impact she has had on the public, solidifying her status as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry and, in the eyes of many, the "real winner".