The Bigg Boss Kannada Season 12 grand finale concluded spectacularly, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats. Gilli emerged victorious, making history by surpassing 23 other contestants. Show host Sudeep officially declared Gilli the winner of Season 12, raising his hand on stage. Winning with over 40 crore votes was a special highlight of this season. From the beginning of the season, Gilli had earned a special place in the house with his gameplay, strategy, and captivating personality. Moreover, Gilli, who had participated in several reality shows and consistently finished as the runner-up, finally achieved a significant milestone in his career by winning this time.

Having come close to victory in the past, he achieved complete success on the Bigg Boss stage. In this season, Rakshita also won the hearts of the audience. From day one, Rakshita impressed with her gameplay, cuteness, and honesty, and finished as the runner-up. The competition between Gilli and Rakshita was thrilling until the very end, making the finale even more exciting. As the winner, Gilli was awarded a prize money of Rs. 50 lakhs on the Bigg Boss stage. Along with this, he also received a Maruti Suzuki Victories car as a prize. Additionally, host Sudeep, showcasing his generosity, announced a special cash prize of Rs. 10 lakhs for Gilli, which impressed the fans.