Gilli Nata Named Winner of Bigg Boss Kannada 12 Grand Finale: Highlights and Prize Details

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Gilli Nata has officially won Bigg Boss Kannada 12. The comedian beat five other finalists to take home the trophy, a Rs. 50 lakh cash prize, and a new luxury car.

Host Kiccha Sudeep announced the winner on 19 January 2026. A record-breaking 37 crore votes were cast this season, which is the highest audience turnout in the show's history.

How "Gilli" Became a Household Name


Nata’s story is a classic tale of hard work; he was born into a farming family in Mandya and did not start his career as a star. He worked behind the scenes as a set assistant in Bengaluru, but he always dreamed of directing movies. His funny videos and local dialect eventually made him famous on social media.

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Gilli Nata was known for his humor and honest personality, on account of which he stayed in the house for 115 days. In the end, he beat runner-up Rakshitha Shetty and third-place winner Ashwini Gowda. This season was special as three women made it to the final stage.

The Post-Win Pivot: What’s Next for Gilli Nata and the Kannada Film Industry?


Winning the Bigg Boss Kannada 12 is just the beginning for Gilli Nata. He is already moving into the mainstream film industry. Most winners wait months for work, but Nata is different. His new movie, Chowkidar, comes out on 30 January 2026. He has a role in the film The Devil with superstar Darshan.

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His success is a big deal for local businesses and young artists. It shows that social media stars can become real movie stars. Nata now has over 1.7 million followers on Instagram. This huge fan base will likely help his movies succeed at the box office. His win proves that to win over the public, relatability is necessary.

Gilli Nata's victory with a massive vote count proves that people like watching authentic stars. If Nata’s TV fans show up at the movie theaters, his inspiring journey from the farm to the big screen will truly be a success.