Bigg Boss 16

2023 - 2 - 13

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Bigg Boss 16 Finale: Meet The Top 5 Contestants (NDTV)

Shalin Bhanot, Priyanka Chahar Choudhary, Archana Gautam, Shiv Thakare and MC Stan are fighting for the trophy.

We have MC Stan in the house. The actress, known for her roles in TV shows Udaariyaan and Gathbandhan, is considered one of the leading contestants to win the Bigg Boss 16 trophy. From model to politician to a BB 16 contestant, Archana has also always brought her A-game to the table. Archana Gautam has been in the limelight for her journey. So much so that Shalin was super happy and was dancing in the house after Tina left the house. It will be interesting to see who will win the title this season.

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Bigg Boss 16: What's the prize money? Know how much each winner earned since Season 1 (Economic Times)

The winners from seasons six to eleven were Gauahar Khan, Gautam Gulati, Prince Narula, Manveer Gurjar and Shilpa Shindey, in the exact order. After the eleventh iteration of Bigg Boss the value of the prize money has been fluctuating. Dipika Kakar who won ...

The views expressed here are that of the respective authors/ entities and do not represent the views of Economic Times (ET). [Sidharth Shukla](/topic/sidharth-shukla)bagged Rupees 40 Lakhs after winning the Bigg Boss Season 13. After the eleventh iteration of Bigg Boss the value of the prize money has been fluctuating. Dipika Kakar who won the twelfth season got prize money of Rs 30 Lakh. [Shalin Bhanot](/topic/shalin-bhanot), Priyanka Chahar Choudhary, MC [Stan](/topic/stan), [Shiv Thakare](/topic/shiv-thakare), and Archana Gautam made it to the final after many fights and drama. It has had a long history of winners and several lucrative cash prizes were given to the winners of respective seasons.

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Bigg Boss 16 2023 finale today: Check timings, finalists, prize ... (Business Today)

Colors will broadcast the Bigg Boss 16 finale vote results live. It will also be broadcast live on the OTT platform Voot. The Bigg Boss 16 finale will begin ...

RECOMMENDED The winner of Bigg Boss 16 is being predicted on social media ahead of the announcement. The prize money for Bigg Boss 16 is Rs 21.80 lakh. The Bigg Boss 16 finale will begin at 9 p.m. The Bigg Boss 16 show had 17 candidates in total. Priyanka Chahar Choudhary, Shalin Bhanot, Shiv Thakare, Archana Gautam, and MC Stan are the Bigg Boss 16 finalists battling for the crown.

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MC Stan wins Bigg Boss Season 16, beats Shiv Thakare to take ... (The Indian Express)

The other finalists of the Salman Khan-hosted show were Priyanka Chahar Choudhary, Shalin Bhanot and Archana Gautam. The winner took home the glamorous trophy, ...

He had also mumbled softly, “The Rs 1000 crore I was rumoured to get, I was about to return that. I was about to return the money which I never got. [indianexpress.com](https://indianexpress.com) and revealed that he took up the show only because his mother is a huge fan. His ‘Mandali’ stood by him and managed to keep him in the show even when he wanted to quit long back. Every celebrity who has been on the show has also spoken about being a ‘fan’ and also mentioned his diamonds and expensive shoes. His journey in the show has been speckled with fights, friendship and also his raw talent.

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MC Stan emerges as Bigg Boss 16 winner, Shiv Thakare becomes ... (Lifestyle Asia)

Bigg Boss 16 saw five contestants make it to the finale – Shalin Bhanot, Archana Gautam, MC Stan, Priyanka Chahar Choudhary, and Shiv Thakare. Shalin Bhanot was ...

Two of the top contenders – Shiv and Priyanka even gave a scintillating performance. Apart from the finalists, other Bigg Boss 16 contestants graced the TV program and put on a terrific show. Shiv bagged the coveted Bigg Boss 16 winner title after competing with the likes of Shalin Bhanot, Archana, Gautam, Priyanka Chahar Choudhury, and Shiv Thakare. Interestingly, the top five contestants were given a chance to guess the name of the first person to be evicted and were told that if they get it right, the prize money would be increased by INR 10 lakhs. Before Stan emerged victorious, he had sweet interaction with his girlfriend Booba who had asked Stan to come with the Bigg Boss trophy – “Jeet ke hi aana. [Bigg Boss](https://www.lifestyleasia.com/ind/culture/entertainment/bigg-boss-16-contestants-timings-and-more-explained/) saw five contestants make it to the finale – Shalin Bhanot, Archana Gautam, MC Stan, Priyanka Chahar Choudhary, and Shiv Thakare.

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Priyanka Chahar Choudhary becomes second runner-up ... (India Today)

Priyanka Chahar Choudhary has been eliminated from Bigg Boss 16. She ended up as the second runner-up of the relaity show.

[Shalin Bhanot has been eliminated from Bigg Boss 16](https://www.indiatoday.in/television/reality-tv/story/shalin-bhanot-become-first-finalist-to-be-eliminated-from-bigg-boss-16-2333829-2023-02-12) and became the first finalist to have been eliminated. She broke down in tears as she exited the house and joined Salman Khan. Before she joined Salman Khan and the others, Salman and Ankit Gupta had a chat. Priyanka was the third finalist to have been eliminated. Now, the Udaariyaan actress has been evicted and ended up as the second runner-up. Unfortunately, she couldn't win the reality show.

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Priyanka Chahar Choudhary to win Bigg Boss 16, say online polls (Economic Times)

According to several online polls, the winner of Bigg Boss 16 is predicted to be Priyanka Chahar Choudhary. The top three finalists are Archana Gautam, ...

Shiv Thakare, on the other hand, declared his wish to be a part of Khatron Ke Khiladi, claiming that it was his lifelong ambition. The views expressed here are that of the respective authors/ entities and do not represent the views of Economic Times (ET). He stated that he was terrified of electric currents and reptiles and would be unable to perform in the show. Archana Gautam is another contestant, both she and Shiv Thakare have been immensely popular among the crowd due to their fiery personality, which saw them embroiled in various scandals during the season. [Bigg Boss 16](/topic/bigg-boss-16)is set to come to an end today, February 12. The finale advertisements promise spectacular performances by Shalin Bhanot, who will be focusing on his romance with Tina Datta.

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Bigg Boss 16 Finale: MC Stan wins defeating Shiv Thakare. Know ... (Livemint)

The season 16 of the show, which kickstarted on 1 October 2022, saw Thakare emerge as the first runner-up. .Popular TV star Priyanka Chahar Choudhary, ...

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Shiv Thakare opens up on losing Bigg Boss 16, says 'jo hona tha vo ... (India Today)

Shiv Thakare is the first runner-up of Bigg Boss 16. In an exclusive chat, he opened up about not winning the Salman Khan-hosted reality show.

When asked if he is disappointed about not winning Bigg Boss 16, Shiv Thakare told IndiaToday.in, "Jo hona tha vo hua.Trophy mere mandali mein gayi hai aur mere dost (MC Stan) ke haath mein gayi hai. The reality show contestant added, "Kuch cheeze humare hath mein nahi hoti hai jo hum shiddat se khelte hai. In conversation with us, Shiv opened up about becoming the first runner-up of the reality show, and more. After coming out of Bigg Boss 16 house, Shiv exclusively interacted with IndiaToday.in. Jo cheez ke liye gaya tha vo leke aaya." [Shiv has become the first runner-up of the reality show, hosted by Salman Khan](https://www.indiatoday.in/television/reality-tv/story/shiv-thakare-becomes-1st-runner-up-of-bigg-boss-16-fails-to-beat-mc-stan-2333148-2023-02-13).

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Bigg Boss 16 finale live updates: Bharti Singh spotted at sets (Hindustan Times)

Bigg Boss 16 finale live updates: Priyanka Chahar Choudhary appears to be the audience's clear favourite in multiple polls being run online.

Colors TV has shared a video that shows a collection of Bigg Boss' 'savage moments' from the show. She admitted that after participating on the reality show, she has become a better version of herself. Rakhi said to the media that MC Stan should consider taking the bag full of cash and leaving the show, just like she did during her season. Fans look forward to each season and pour immense love on their favourite contestants. From Siddharth Shulka to Shilpa Shinde, here's how the winners reacted. Filmmaker and Khatron Ke Khiladi host Rohit Shetty chose Shalin Bhanot as a contestant on the upcoming new season of the adventure reality show. good luck for tonite guys #BiggBoss16Finale,” wrote actor Kamya Punjabi in a tweet. However, after leaving the house, Abdu said he could not trust Sajid anymore. Bharti Singh was spotted on the sets of Bigg Boss 16 finale and spoke about her favourites this year. The photos show Priyanka in a red outfit with Ankit by her side. - The finale episode will see the winner get crowned from out of Priyanka Chahar Choudhary, Shalin Bhanot, Archana Gautam, Shiv Thakare and MC Stan.

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Bigg Boss 16 winner MC Stan on defeating 'brother' Shiv Thakare ... (The Indian Express)

Bigg Boss 16 winner MC Stan on his 'unexpected win', defeating best friend Shiv Thakare and trolls who have called him 'undeserving' of the trophy.

Shiv is a brother and I think it was just a matter of a few votes that I won. Just like most fans, I am also shocked but I do feel I deserved to win,” the rapper signed off. However, I had a great journey and I would keep every moment of my stint close to my heart).” The rapper also mentioned how the show gave him a new experience and taught him the art of saying no. Agreeing to the same, Stan said that he now regrets not ‘understanding’ the show beforehand. The underground rapper beat Shiv Thakare and Priyanka Chahar Choudhary to take home the trophy of Rs 31.8 lakh prize money, and a car.

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Bigg Boss 16 winner MC Stan spotted outside the house in 1st ... (Hindustan Times)

Bigg Boss 16 winner MC Stan lifted the trophy on Sunday in the grand finale hosted by Salman Khan. Hours later, the rapper was spotted outside the house in ...

In the video, MC Stan was seen in the black printed pantsuit he wore for the Bigg Boss 16 finale. [Bollywood](https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood), [Hollywood](https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/hollywood), [Music](https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/music)and [Web Series](https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/web-series)along with [Latest Entertainment News](https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment)at Hindustan Times. ending tak Stan (My mother's dream came true and the trophy came to P-town. Bigg Boss 16 winner MC Stan lifted the trophy on Sunday in the grand finale hosted by Salman Khan. As a paparazzo called his name, Stan was seen blowing kisses in the air as he walked past paparazzi stationed outside the Bigg Boss house. Also read: [MC Stan poses with Salman Khan after Bigg Boss 16 finale, Priyanka's fans cry foul](https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/tv/bigg-boss-16-finale-live-updates-salman-khan-priyanka-chahar-choudhary-shalin-bhanot-archana-gautam-shiv-thakare-101676171599353.html)

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Bigg Boss 16 Finale: MC Stan Wins Trophy, Car And ₹ 31 Lakh (NDTV)

Show host and Bollywood superstar Salman Khan presented the trophy, prize money of over Rs 31 lakh and a car to MC Stan.

At the beginning of the show, Khan thanked Big Boss fans and followers for their love and support for the contestants. I am sure my parents would be feeling very proud. You are the most real person.

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Meet Bigg Boss 16 winner MC Stan: Street rapper, who started ... (Hindustan Times)

A look at the journey of MC Stan aka Altaf, who bagged the winner's trophy at Bigg Boss 16 finale on Sunday.

[Bollywood](https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood), [Hollywood](https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/hollywood), [Music](https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/music)and [Web Series](https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/web-series)along with [Latest Entertainment News](https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment)at Hindustan Times. Prior to his participation in Bigg Boss 16, MC Stan made news, when he broke up with his former girlfriend Auzma Shaikh last year. ( [Also read: Bigg Boss 16 finale live updates: MC Stan poses with Salman Khan, Priyanka's fans cry foul](https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/tv/bigg-boss-16-finale-live-updates-salman-khan-priyanka-chahar-choudhary-shalin-bhanot-archana-gautam-shiv-thakare-101676171599353.html)) Mehta was there with his friends. [MC Stan](https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/tv/bigg-boss-16-finale-live-updates-salman-khan-priyanka-chahar-choudhary-shalin-bhanot-archana-gautam-shiv-thakare-101676171599353.html) aka Altaf Shaikh bagged the winner's trophy for Salman Khan-hosted reality show Bigg Boss 16 on Sunday in a surprise win. His YouTube channel has over two lakh subscribers.

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Who is MC Stan? Meet the Bigg Boss 16 winner, who is most-voted ... (Economic Times)

Rapper MC Stan has won the reality TV show Bigg Boss 16. The winner received a car and prize money totalling Rs 31.80 lakh.

One of the most favoured candidates to win Bigg Boss 16 received a significant number of votes and ultimately won the competition. The views expressed here are that of the respective authors/ entities and do not represent the views of Economic Times (ET). [BigBoss](/topic/bigboss)16 winner received a car and prize money totalling Rs 31.80 lakh. The rapper from Pune is extremely well-liked online and in real life. The rapper rose to prominence in 2018 after releasing the rap 'Wata,' in which he mocked fellow rapper Emiway Bantai. Altaf Tadavi, better known as MC STAN began his career as a Qawwali singer when he was 12.

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Bigg Boss 16 Winner: Everything You Need To Know About MC Stan (NDTV)

The other contestants who made it to the top five were Shiv Thakare, Priyanka Chahar Choudhary, Archana Gautam, and Shalin Bhanot.

Expressing his gratitude to Salman Khan, MC Stan said, “I am thankful to you sir for all that you have taught me. MC Stan couldn't believe it when Bollywood superstar and Bigg Boss host Salman Khan lifted his hand. MC Stan also received prize money of over ₹ 31 lakh and a car. From arguments over kitchen duties to the captaincy tasks, it won't be wrong to say that the show kept fans on the edge of their seats. Speaking to Lots of love to everyone, my mandali and everyone.” The other contestants who made it to the top five were Priyanka Chahar Choudhary, Archana Gautam, and Shalin Bhanot.

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All you need to know about 'Bigg Boss 16' winner, MC Stan (Lifestyle Asia)

After a power-packed season, Bigg Boss Season 16 has finally wrapped up, and we have a winner! Rapper MC Stan took home the trophy.

His name is Altaf Tadavi aka Altaf Shaikh, but goes by the stage name of MC Stan. [Bigg Boss season 16](https://www.lifestyleasia.com/ind/culture/entertainment/bigg-boss-16-finale-winner-prize-money-gifts/) has seen a number of hosts, including Salman Khan, Farah Khan, and Karan Johar. After a power-packed season, Bigg Boss Season 16 finally wrapped up on February 12, and we have a winner!

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MC Stan wins 'Bigg Boss 16' (The Hindu)

The 16th season of the show, which kickstarted on October 1, 2022, saw Shiv Thakare emerge as the first runner-up.

At the beginning of the show, Khan thanked "Big Boss" fans and followers for their love and support for the contestants. I am sure my parents would be feeling very proud. You are the most real person.

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Archana Gautam on her Bigg Boss 16 journey: 'When I go back ... (The Indian Express)

Archana Gautam talks about her Bigg Boss 16 journey, choosing acting over her political aspirations and uplifting the SC community through her work.

The actor added that she wants to know her didi’s feedback on her performance and also discuss the future course of action. While that will be the priority I also want to serve my constituency. I am happy that he won the trophy. The actor fought the MLA elections in 2022 and said that her didi ( [Priyanka Gandhi](https://indianexpress.com/about/priyanka-gandhi/)) has always supported her dreams. [Archana Gautam](https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/television/bigg-boss-16-grand-finale-live-updates-priyanka-chahar-choudhary-shiv-thakare-salman-khan-8439719/) shared that when she entered the show she was conscious, given she was also representing the Congress party. Archana Gautam may not have won Bigg Boss 16 but she definitely earned the tag of ‘Entertainer of the season’.

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Bigg Boss 16: Shiv Thakare surprises MC Stan after win, Nimrit says ... (Hindustan Times)

Bigg Boss 16 winner MC Stan was surprised by Shiv Thakare in between the press meet, as they greeted each other with a hug and posed for the paparazzi.

The real people should win) She took to Instagram Stories to congratulate MC Stan and said, “So so happy for you at MC Stan #WinnerBiggBoss16. Earlier, talking about his victory on the reality show, MC Stan had said in a press statement, “I have my ardent fans to thank for this incredible and unbelievable victory. (When I was out, then only I wanted Shiv on one side and MC Stan on the other side. Meanwhile, another contestant of Bigg Boss who seemed content to see Stan winning was Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia, who appeared before the paparazzi to say that she is very happy with the results, because she had already predicted either MC Stan or Shiv Thakare to win. Now, in a video that has surfaced online, MC Stan was seen rapping at the press conference where he was suddenly interrupted by his 'Mandali' member and co-finalist Shiv Thakare. [Bigg Boss 16](https://www.hindustantimes.com/topic/bigg-boss-16) finale on Sunday, gave a press conference where he shared that he couldn't believe at first when host [Salman Khan](https://www.hindustantimes.com/topic/salman-khan) called out his name as the winner.

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Bigg Boss 16's Gautam Singh Vig shocked to see MC Stan's victory (Hindustan Times)

Actor Gautam Singh Vig talks about MC Stan's victory on Bigg Boss 16 and how he expected Priyanka Chahar Choudhary or Shiv Thakare to win instead.

Right after the show started, Shalin Bhanot and Gautam almost came to blows with each other over a fight concerning co-contestant Sumbul Touqeer Khan. ( [Also read: Bigg Boss 16's Shalin Bhanot on ex-wife Dalljiet Kaur's marriage plans](https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/tv/bigg-boss-16-s-shalin-bhanot-on-ex-wife-dalljiet-kaur-s-marriage-plans-this-is-news-to-me-101676296103264.html)) Later, he built friendships with some of his co-contestants including filmmaker Sajid Khan, Bigg Boss Marathi winner Shiv Thakare and singer Abdu Rozik, among others. [Priyanka Chahar Choudhary](https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/tv/bigg-boss-16-fans-say-finalist-priyanka-chahar-choudhary-is-the-real-winner-101675926143109.html) nor Shiv Thakare made it to the top. I think this will be a strategy people may follow from the next season - 'understand the dynamics of the game late and grab the trophy')." Late samaj aaya (game) but aachi baat hai ki samaj aaya.

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Bigg Boss 16's Sreejita De to marry fiancé Michael Blohm-Pape on ... (Hindustan Times)

Actor Sreejita De, who was last seen in the sixteenth season of Bigg Boss, exclusively reveals to us that she is getting married. Read the report.

The two met each other in January 2019 and celebrated their first Valentine’s Day within a month of their dating. The German wedding is in Germany.” “I have always been realistic, but she got me into spirituality, energy and optimism.” “I remember we had decided no gifts for each other, but I eventually got him a cap, which to date he has never worn,” quips De, to which Pape, adds, “I still have it with me though.” De further recalls, “We went out for dinner in Bandra, and I remember he told his sister about me on the same day. The traditional Indian wedding may take place in October-November, later this year. An elated De, who was last seen in the latest season of Bigg Boss, shares, “It is not going to be a fusion wedding.

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