In a dazzling star-studded affair that stretched from Sunday evening into the early hours of Monday, Munawar Faruqui emerged victorious as the winner of the 17th season of the controversial reality show 'Bigg Boss.' The grand finale witnessed an epic showdown among the top five contenders – Ankita Lokhande, Mannara Chopra, Abhishek Kumar, Arun Mahshetty, and the ultimate winner, Munawar Faruqui.
Munawar, who initially boasted a fan following of 6.1 million on Instagram, saw a substantial increase during his 105-day journey inside the Bigg Boss house. Currently, he commands a massive following of 11.3 million. The stand-up comedian not only secured the coveted Bigg Boss trophy but also walked away with a generous cash prize exceeding Rs 50 lakh and a sleek Hyundai Creta car.
Throughout the intense competition, Munawar maintained his position alongside the other top contenders, demonstrating resilience and wit in what is widely regarded as one of the most challenging environments on television.
During the grand finale, the Top 5 contestants showcased their talents by delivering scintillating performances to popular Bollywood tracks. Salman Khan, the host of the show, congratulated Abhishek Kumar for his commendable performance, acknowledging his strong presence in the competition.
Munawar Faruqui's journey in the Bigg Boss house was marked by unwavering support from celebrity friends, including Badshah, Raftaar, Emiway Bantai, Ganesh Acharya, Karan Kundrra, MC Stan, and Prince Narula, among others. Their encouragement and solidarity added an extra layer of excitement to Munawar's victorious moment.
The grand finale, which garnered over three crore views on Jio Cinema, featured a star-studded lineup of personalities from the entertainment industry. Ajay Devgn, R. Madhavan, Bharti Singh, Krushna Abhishek, Sudesh Lahiri, Orry, Abdu Rozik, Suniel Shetty, Madhuri Dixit Nene, Arbaaz Khan, Sohail Khan, and the cast of the TV show 'Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak' graced the occasion, adding glamour and prestige to the night.
Former Bigg Boss contestants also joined the celebration, creating a nostalgic atmosphere. Vicky Jain, Sonali Bansal, Sana Raees Khan, Isha Malviya, Manasvi Mamgai, Neil and Aishwarya Bhatt, Rinku Dhawan, Ayesha Khan, Tehelka, Jigna Vora, Navid Sole, and Samarth Jurel were among the notable faces that added to the grandeur of the finale.
As Munawar Faruqui basks in the glory of his well-deserved victory, the 17th season of Bigg Boss will be remembered for its moments of drama, friendship, and ultimate triumph, solidifying its status as one of the most-watched reality shows in the country.