With all the kaands, dosti, performances and votes, the finale of Bigg Boss 19, one of the most popular reality shows in India, ended on December 7, 2025, on an emotional note. Housemates stood once again under bright lights after months of backstabbing, seeking foes, breaking down, breaking character, breaking free of the house, ow seeking the crown. Ultimately, Gaurav Khanna went ahead and won the show alongside ₹50 lakh and a trophy.
In this piece, we take you through how Gaurav played this unpredictable game while in the house, his strategy, his conduct, the defining moments and what this win could spell for his future in terms of career.
Who is Gaurav Khanna?
Gaurav Khanna, also popular as Gaurav Khanna, is an Indian actor who has appeared in television serials and worked as a media personality. He has been working since 2004 and has also made a mark in shows like Anupamaa, CID and other old serials as well.
He is now officially Bigg Boss 19 winner, adding a major reality-show trophy to his resume after having won the other Bigg show.
Public estimates suggest that Gaurav made approximately ₹2.6 crore through his weekly participation pay during his time on Bigg Boss 19 (over the course of about 15 weeks), plus he also took home a car valued at about ₹14 lakh as a task prize.
Being a working actor and former public favourite gave Gaurav familiarity with the camera and the audience’s support chart heading into the final leg of Bigg Boss — but as they say, ALL IS FAIR IN LOVE AND BB.
The Bigg Boss 19 Journey: Setting the Stage
Bigg Boss 19 premiered on 24 August 2025 and concluded on 7 December 2025.
The 14th season of the Hindi version of Bigg Brother, again hosted by Salman Khan, had 18 contestants in the original cast, plus multiple evictions, wildcards, assigned tasks and breaches of rules creating alliances and animosity and gaining or losing public support extending to upward of three months.
In the lead-up to the finale, the top 5 finalists were Gaurav Khanna, Farrhana Bhatt, Tanya Mittal, Amaal Mallik and Pranit More.
On finale night, it was fireworks galore: a slew of performances on the stage, crying flashbacks from houses, the audience voting and the climax.
The Finale Night & Result
Night of December 7, 2025, during the grand finale of Bigg Boss 19: Finalists took to the stage and performed previous acts and waited nervously as host Salman Khan read the results. Gaurav Khanna was announced the winner. He had won the iconic trophy of Bigg Boss 19 and took home ₹50 lakh as a cash prize. Farrhana Bhatt was the first runner-up up and Pranit More was the second runner-up.
The result created a lot of buzz in the media and on platforms, with fans congratulating Gaurav and rejoicing after the tide season came to an end.
BIGG BOSS 19 WIN: This is what it says about reality TV in 2025
Gaurav Khanna’s Bigg Boss 19 victory continues a trend in recent seasons, where balanced gameplay, relatability, and being ‘true to self’ appear to take precedence over theatrical drama or attention-seeking controversies.
And that might mean that, judging by what has been seen of it this election season, though by no means all, a politics of theatrics is at least in temporary retreat in favour of a politics of authenticity, of consistency over chaos, of personality over provocation. If this is how future seasons are going to be, many players might take the route of dignity and peace over events filled with chaos.
For the producers of the show, it also affirms that fans respond to this kind of “real stories” and that viewers care more about behaviour than hype. So in that sense, Gaurav’s win might change the way Bigg Boss mates would get into the house for the next guys.
Farhana Bhatt: The loss of the first green flag that displeased
The announcement of the first runner-up was pepped by Farhana Bhatt, who made news more for her out-of-house reaction soon after the finale rather than her in-house journey.
Farhana, speaking after the conclusion of the series, went as far as saying to Gaurav’s face that she did not believe he deserved to win.
According to her, “He never really did anything major in the course of the show. I never once felt that he had the appearance of a victor. Then again, he is on TV, so maybe he is getting some sympathy votes from the TV audience. So respect their choice.” Her statement quickly went viral.
Once at home, Farhana was a different person: brash, voluble, melodramatic; nothing well, almost nothing kept her from sharing her thoughts. People loved her daring nature. It also made her countless foes.
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What This Win Holds for Gaurav Khanna & His Profession
Rise in Fame & bigger recognition
Gaurav’s already a recognised TV actor, but Bigg Boss 19 puts him in people’s faces literally! Bigg Boss has a HUGE audience ranging from average serial-watchers to the reality TV viewer – giving him open access to a larger fan base.
Financial Gains & Brand Value
In addition to the ₹50 lakh prize money, his weekly allowance, plus the bonus car and potentially other projects during his time, he has also earned him several crores, which is a lot of money in the bank.
The victory also spikes his value in the market, opening the door for him to be in it on screen like a theatre role, brand promotions, event appearances or film.
Here’s how your career may evolve: From Serials to Reality & Beyond
For many contestants, especially winners, Bigg Boss is an opportunity to reset their careers. This will open further diverse role options for Gaurav beyond regular serials -you can see him in bigger story lines, web-series, reality-show appearances and brand collaborations. With this win, it’s a tipping point where he is no longer simply “another TV actor” but a TV personality alongside & proven ratings gold.
Fanbase & Influence Strengthening
Fans and social media interaction are mostly increased for the contenders who become the winners of Bigg Boss. With this win, Gaurav not only strengthens his positioning with followers but, perhaps even more importantly, this positioning can help him command a larger devoted fan following over multiple platforms. A golden nugget in today’s entertainment industry.
Conclusion
Bigg Boss19 was claimed not with the most tasks or votes, but over months of trials, high stakes, alliances, emotional breakdowns and house politics, by Gaurav Khanna with calm strategy, integrity and consistency. He was the poster boy of his victory, navigating the chaos and displaying strategic presence in his game; the audience paired it with vocal support.
When he holds the trophy high, as he walks out of Bigg Boss 19 house, this will be more than a reality-show win. It will be a career turning point. Having gained notoriety, monetary benefits, an upsurge in brand value and widespread fandom, Gaurav Khanna is all set to venture into more realms of entertainment.
After all, in the 2025 reality TV landscape, it’s the former, decidedly less sexy, calm, dignity and consistency that can bring in the gold, which makes this win one for the fans.
Congratulations the Bigg Boss 19 winner Gaurav Khanna.
Unknown Facts About Gaurav Khanna
- Gaurav Khanna was an advertising and marketing manager before entering television.
- Many fans are unaware that he is a black belt in Taekwondo.
- Gaurav Khanna is a fitness freak and performs most of the action sequences himself.
- He is married to actress Akanksha Chamola, and they initially connected on Facebook.
- Gaurav Khanna started his career on TV with the show Bhabhi, but shot to fame with CID and Anupamaa.
- In his free time, Gaurav Khanna loves painting & Sketching.
- His Anupamaa character of Anuj Kapadia turned him into a national sensation and developed him a huge female fan following.
- He is an animal lover and campaigns for the adoption of pets.
- For spiritual purposes, the actor is also a strict vegetarian.
- Before signing Anupamaa, he was on the verge of quitting acting, something that has now paid off.
FAQs About Gaurav Khanna
Q1. Who is Gaurav Khanna?
Gaurav Khanna is an Indian television actor popularly known for Anupamaa.
Q2. Gaurav Khanna is known for what?
He is popular for the role of Anuj Kapadia in the television series Anupamaa.
Q3. At what age did Gaurav Khanna make his acting debut?
His acting career started in the year 2006.
Q4. Who is Gaurav Khanna’s wife?
He is married to actress Akanksha Chamola.
