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Rahul Roy: Season 1
The model and actor famous for his role in the 90s hit Aashiqui made a big splash by winning the first-ever Bigg Boss in 2007. Known for Junoon and Gumrah, Rahul defeated all odds to win ₹1 crore, while the charismatic Carol Gracias was the runner-up. Fun fact: this season was hosted by none other than Arshad Warsi!
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Ashutosh Kaushik: Season 2
From Roadies to Bigg Boss, Ashutosh's journey was nothing short of adventurous. After winning MTV Hero Honda Roadies 5.0 in 2007, he went on to bag the Bigg Boss title in 2008. Ashutosh took home a cool ₹1 crore, leaving Raja Chaudhary as the runner-up. This season was hosted by Bollywood's own Shilpa Shetty.
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Vindu Dara Singh: Season 3
The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree! Just like his legendary father Dara Singh, Vindu charmed his way to victory in 2009. Known for his role as Hanuman, Vindu bagged ₹1 crore, with Pravesh Rana trailing behind. The legendary Amitabh Bachchan brought his signature style as the show’s host this season.
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Shweta Tiwari: Season 4
The first woman to win Bigg Boss, Shweta Tiwari was already a household name as Prerna from Kasautii Zindagii Kay. In 2011, she beat The Great Khali to win ₹1 crore, marking the debut of Salman Khan as the show’s host. A true queen of the screen!
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Juhi Parmar: Season 5
After shifting locations to Karjat, the stage was set for Juhi Parmar to shine in 2012. Famous for her role in Kumkum – Ek Pyara Sa Bandhan, Juhi beat Mahek Chahal and pocketed ₹1 crore. This was also the season Salman Khan shared hosting duties with Sanjay Dutt, doubling the drama!
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Urvashi Dholakia: Season 6
Back to Lonavala, 2013 saw the fierce Urvashi, a.k.a. Komolika, take home ₹50 lakh after beating Imam Siddiqui. Even years after winning, Urvashi remains a notable presence on television and in films.
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Gauahar Khan: Season 7
Gauahar made heads turn not just on the runway but also in the Bigg Boss house. Winning ₹50 lakh in 2013, she edged out Tanishaa Mukherji. Before and after her Bigg Boss stint, she shone in films and TV, proving she's got the talent to match her style.
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Gautam Gulati: Season 8
In 2015, Bigg Boss went experimental with Bigg Boss Halla Bol, a mash-up of past contestants. TV actor Gautam Gulati, once rejected by MTV Roadies, ended up winning this season’s ₹50 lakh prize. With Farah Khan stepping in as the host, this season was all about surprises!
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Prince Narula: Season 9
Already a champ on reality shows like MTV Roadies 12 and Splitsvilla 8, Prince Narula lived up to his name by ruling Bigg Boss 9 in 2016. He walked away with ₹50 lakh and later found love with Yuvika Chaudhary in the house, marrying her in 2018. A reality TV king!
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Manveer Gurjar: Season 10
From farms to fame, Manveer Gurjar’s journey was as real as it gets. Winning ₹50 lakh in 2017, he beat Bani J and later took a different turn by joining a political party. You might’ve seen him in Radhe and The Bridge, but his heart remains on the fields.
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Shilpa Shinde: Season 11
In 2018, the iconic Angoori Bhabi from Bhabhi Ji Ghar Par Hai! took the crown by earning more votes than Hina Khan. Shilpa bagged ₹44 lakh and has since continued her career across TV and the web, including Paurashpur.
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Dipika Kakar: Season 12
TV star Dipika Kakar, famous for her role in Sasural Simar Ka, became the Bigg Boss queen in 2018. Beating cricketer S Sreesanth, she won ₹30 lakh. Fun fact: she had earlier showcased her moves on Nach Baliye 8 in 2017.
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Sidharth Shukla: Season 13
The Bigg Boss legend! Sidharth Shukla’s unforgettable journey ended with him winning ₹50 lakh in 2020, just before the pandemic struck. He outshone Asim Riaz but left fans devastated with his sudden demise in 2021 at just 40. A true icon gone too soon.
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Rubina Dilaik: Season 14
Best known for her roles in Chotti Bahu and Shakti - Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki, Rubina Dilaik won hearts and ₹36 lakh in 2021. She outlasted composer Rahul Vaidya, making her Bollywood debut the following year with Ardh.
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Tejasswi Prakash: Season 15
The dynamic Tejasswi Prakash, famous for her roles in Hindi and Marathi films, dazzled her way to the top in 2022. She took home ₹40 lakh, beating Pratik Sehajpal. Her stint in Naagin 6 only added to her popularity, making her a fan favourite.
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Munawar Faruqui: Season 17
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