Gaurav Khanna crowned winner, Salman Khan calls him ‘Superstar of TV’

New Delhi: In a nail-biting grand finale that kept millions glued to their screens, popular TV actor Gaurav Khanna emerged as the winner of Bigg Boss 19, lifting the coveted trophy amid thunderous applause and emotional celebrations.

Host Salman Khan declared Gaurav the ultimate victor after a fierce battle with finalist Farrhana Bhatt, who finished as first runner-up, while Pranit More settled for second runner-up. The December 7 finale exploded with drama, fan votes crashing JioHotstar servers, proving Gaurav's calm strategy and fan love sealed his destiny in the 15-week chaos.

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Gaurav's journey from underdog to superstar redefined Bigg Boss gameplay. Known for his composed demeanour, he silenced critics who called him "backfoot player" by winning the crucial Ticket to Finale task, balancing water bowls under sabotage and pressure, outlasting rivals like Pranit More and Ashnoor Kaur. Salman Khan hailed him as the "Superstar of TV" for his dignified restraint, rare confrontations, and emotional honesty that won hearts weekly. Despite early Wikipedia leaks and viral fan polls favouring him with 52 per cent votes, Gaurav stayed focused, forming sensible alliances and shining in endurance challenges.

Gaurav bags the Bigg Boss 19 trophy, Rs 50 lakh cash prize, and a swanky Citroen AirCross worth Rs 14 lakh, adding to his reported Rs 2.6 crore earnings from weekly fees of Rs 17.5 lakh. Fans like Isha Malviya rallied online, posting "A Man Who Played With Dignity" stories for him. His win cements his shift from Anupamaa fame to reality TV royalty, with 2 million Instagram followers already celebrating.

Social media erupted post-win, with #GauravKhannaWinner trending as clips of his finale speech—thanking family, fans, and Bigg Boss for the transformation—went viral. "This trophy is for every silent warrior who believes in playing smart," Gaurav reportedly shared, eyes misty on stage. Bollywood celebs and ex-contestants showered congrats, hinting at OTT deals ahead.

Bigg Boss 19 ends on a high, but Gaurav's poised game sets a new benchmark. From Kanpur roots to BB throne, his story inspires: patience trumps drama every time. What's next for the champ? Stay tuned!