BBK12: Over 37 cr votes and minor difference between top 2 contestants; could the tables turn?

He’s been called the one-man show of Bigg Boss Kannada Season 12 and is widely considered the sure-shot winner of January 18’s finale. His will be the hand that host Kiccha Sudeep lifts to declare the winner, say netizens. It’s Gilli Nata all the way, or so feel his fans. But on Saturday evening, a day ahead of the grand finale, Sudeep dropped a bomb. As of Friday midnight, a total of 37 cr votes had come in split between the top 6 contestants; but, more importantly, the gap between the top 2 is marginal, he said.

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With voting lines open until 10 am on Sunday, the morning of the finale, was this Sudeep’s and the showrunners’ way of telling audiences that a surprise could be in store as far as the winner goes? This season was, after all, about expecting the unexpected. As far as netizens are concerned, only 4 of the top 6 are in contention for the title. If it’s not Gilli Nata, then it’s got to be one of the ladies – Ashwini Gowda, Kavya Shaiva or Rakshita.

After the statement about the 37 cr votes came, several netizens questioned the veracity of the number. It was also said that if the gap between the top 2 is marginal and, therefore, likely to change by the time voting lines are closed at 10 am on January 18, Ashwini is likely to be adjudged winner. There are conspiracy theories that the result is likely to be influenced by the showrunners and the host, given how Gilli Nata fans have been going after Sudeep on social media.

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Some netizens add that there is pressure on the showrunners to have a woman winning the title, given that Bigg Boss Kannada has had only one other so far in 11 seasons. There are also rumours of a push for Ashwini from local political quarters. Could there be truth to these speculations? Well, we’ll see on January 18, when the Bigg Boss Kannada 12 finale kicks off at 6 pm. It will stream on JioHotstar, available via OTTplay Premium as well.

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FAQs

Q. Who is the host of Bigg Boss Kannada?

A. Kannada superstar Kiccha Sudeep has been the host of Bigg Boss Kannada since Season 1. He is currently contracted to be on board as host until Season 15 in 2029, at least.

Q. Where is Bigg Boss Kannada 12 be available?

A. Bigg Boss Kannada 12 is being telecast on Colors Kannada. Broadcast partner is JioHotstar, which is also available via OTTplay Premium