• By Ridhi Suri
  • Wed, 31 Jan 2024 10:15 AM (IST)
  • Source:JND

The Salman Khan hosted controversial reality show Bigg Boss 17 concluded with Munawar Faruqui emerging as the winner and Abhishek Kumar securing the position of the first runner-up. The Udaariyaan actor, with his captivating journey, held the audience spellbound throughout the season. Soon after the show was over, Abhishek reunited with his Udaariyaan co-stars Priyanka Chahar Choudhary and Ankit Gupta, who welcomed him back with huge celebrations.

Abhishek Kumar, received a warm welcome from friends and family in Punjab. Several videos of celebrating with cake-cutting, dancing, and enjoying the moment with loved ones went viral. Ankit Gupta and Priyanka Chahar Choudhary, Abhishek's Udaariyaan co-stars and former Bigg Boss contestants, also joined the festivities.

 
 
 
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Bigg Boss 17 Finale

The latest season of the widely-watched Bigg Boss concluded on Sunday, with Munawar Faruqui emerging as the victorious contestant, securing the winning trophy. The stand-up comedian not only took home Rs 50 lakh but also a car. He triumphed over the other two finalists, Abhishek Kumar and Mannara Chopra, to claim the title.

Arun Mashettey was the initial contestant among the Top 5 to face eviction, and he was subsequently followed by TV actress Ankita Lokhande.

The reality show debuted on Colors on October 16, featuring contestants such as Aishwarya Sharma, Neil Bhatt, Isha Malviya, Sana Khan, Rinku Dhawan, Sunny Arya, Khanzaadi, Soniya Bansal, and others. For the finale episode, all participants except Anurag Dobhal, Khanzaadi, and Aoora returned to deliver performances for the audience and show support for their preferred finalists. The season's theme, 'Heart, Mind, and Strength,' delineated the initial grouping of participants into categories of Dil (Heart), Dimaag (Mind), and Dum (Strength).

Munawar, the winner of the Bigg Boss 17 trophy on January 28, reveled in his victory with close ones. Upon reaching Dongri, Mumbai, the reality show star was warmly welcomed by thousands of fans. A large crowd gathered to cheer him on.

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