Bigg Boss 17 Winner Prize Money: How Much Will The Winner Take Home?

By: Naveen Kumar

Bigg Boss 17, the latest season of the popular and controversial reality show, is all set to premiere on October 16, 2023. The show, hosted by Salman Khan, will feature celebrities and commoners living together in a house for several weeks, facing various tasks, challenges, and eliminations. The show is known for its twists and turns, and one of them is the prize money that the winner will receive at the end of the season.

Bigg Boss 17 Winner Prize Money
Bigg Boss 17 Winner Prize Money

The prize money of Big Boss 17 has varied over the years, depending on the ratings, sponsors, and format of the show. In some seasons, the prize money was reduced due to certain reasons, such as contestants breaking rules, quitting the show, or opting for a cash offer. In other seasons, the prize money was increased due to special tasks, audience votes, or sponsor deals.

So, how much will the winner of Bigg Boss 17 take home? Here is a look at the prize money of the previous winners and the expected prize money of the current season.

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Prize Money of Previous Winners

The table below shows the prize money of the previous winners of Big Boss from season 1 to season 16.

SeasonWinnerPrize Money
1Rahul RoyRs 1 crore
2Ashutosh KaushikRs 1 crore
3Vindu Dara SinghRs 1 crore
4Shweta TiwariRs 1 crore
5Juhi ParmarRs 1 crore
6Urvashi DholakiaRs 50 lakh
7Gauahar KhanRs 50 lakh
8Gautam GulatiRs 50 lakh
9Prince NarulaRs 50 lakh
10Manveer GurjarRs 40 lakh
11Shilpa ShindeRs 44 lakh
12Dipika KakarRs 30 lakh
13Sidharth ShuklaRs 40 lakh
14Rubina DilaikRs 36 lakh
15Tejasswi PrakashRs 40 lakh
16MC StanRs 31 lakh
OTTElvish YadavRs 25 lakh
Bigg Boss All Seasons Winners

As seen from the table, the highest prize money was given in the first five seasons, where the winners received Rs 1 crore each. The lowest prize money was given in season OTT (Over The Top), where the winner received Rs 25 lakh. The average prize money of all the seasons was around Rs 52 lakh.

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Expected Prize Money of Bigg Boss 17

According to some reports, the expected prize money of Big Boss 17 is around Rs 60 lakh, which is higher than most of the previous seasons. The reason for this increase is said to be the high ratings and popularity of the show, as well as the sponsorship deals with various brands. The show is also expected to have some special tasks and twists that will affect the prize money throughout the season.

However, this prize money is not fixed and can change depending on various factors, such as:

  • The number of contestants who enter and exit the house
  • The number of contestants who break rules or get punished by Bigg Boss
  • The number of contestants who accept cash offers or quit the show
  • The number of tasks that increase or decrease the prize money
  • The number of votes that are received by the contestants from the audience
  • The number of sponsors that are associated with the show

Therefore, the final prize money that will be given to the winner of Big Boss 17 will be revealed only on the grand finale episode, which is expected to air in January or February next year.

Conclusion

Big Boss is one of the most watched and talked about reality shows in India, where contestants compete for fame, fortune, and survival. The prize money that they receive at the end of their journey is one of their biggest motivations and rewards. However, winning Bigg Boss is not easy and requires a lot of patience, strategy, luck, and entertainment. Only time will tell who will be able to impress Salman Khan and the viewers and take home the coveted trophy and cash prize of Bigg Boss 17. Stay tuned for more updates on Bigg Boss 17 and its winner prize money.

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