PremiumBigg Boss 8 Telugu finale: Nikhil Maliyyakal wins the show, Gautam disappointed
Bigg Boss 8 Telugu's grand finale was a solid affair. TV actor Nikhil Maliyyakal won the show with a thumping majority. Read to know more about the finale.
Bigg Boss 8 Telugu winner
Last Updated: 11.04 PM, Dec 15, 2024
Bigg Boss 8 Telugu has concluded its latest season, and as expected, Nikhil emerged as the stunning winner. The grand finale, held today, was spectacular, with none other than Ram Charan gracing the event to present the trophy to Nikhil.
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Gautam and Nikhil were the top two finalists, and we at OTTplay have been covering the show daily for the last 105 days. We were the first to reveal that Nikhil was likely to win, and it came true.
The competition between the two was fierce, with many predicting Gautam as the winner since he is a Telugu native, while Nikhil hails from Karnataka. However, regional bias didn’t play a role, as Nikhil's fans supported him from day one, ultimately securing his victory.
Nikhil takes home ₹55 lakhs in prize money and a brand-new sedan. His parents were present at the grand finale and turned emotional after his big win. An emerging TV actor, Nikhil has made waves with his gameplay and strategy throughout the season.
Gautam Krishna is the runner up of Bigg Boss 8 Telugu
Looking back, the finalists included Avinash, Gautam, Nikhil, Prerana, and Nabeel. Avinash was the first to be eliminated, followed by Prerana. Nabeel, who made it to the top three, received the loudest cheers from the audience.
During the finale, Ram Charan showcased the teaser of his upcoming film, Game Changer, and interacted with the guests. A video message from Nagarjuna was also played, with the star becoming visibly emotional.
This season stood out with its inclusion of eight wild card entries and numerous surprises, which fans thoroughly enjoyed. However, there were mixed reactions regarding the makers allegedly favoring contestants connected to Star Maa. Despite this, Nikhil proved that sincerity and a golden heart could win the show.
With Bigg Boss 8 Telugu now wrapped up, we at OTTplay take pride in reporting accurately on every eviction. Stay tuned for exclusive updates on the ninth season!