By SRTeam Bigg Boss 15, titled Sankat In Jungle, premiered on 2 October 2021 on Colors TV, and its grand finale aired on 30 January 2022. This season featured a jungle-themed house setup, where contestants had to survive with limited facilities, solving challenges and living under constant surveillance.
Bigg Boss 15 Winner & Prize
The winner was Tejasswi Prakash, the television actress best known for her role in Swaragini. She emerged victorious after a 120-day journey, impressing viewers with her grace, resilience, and emotional strength. Tejasswi’s win also helped boost her career in TV dramas.
Bigg Boss 15 Runner‑Up & Finalists
The first runner-up was Pratik Sehajpal, a model and reality TV personality. Known for his candid attitude and strong personality, Pratik stayed consistent throughout the season and nearly clinched the trophy himself.
The second runner-up was Karan Kundrra, a popular TV actor and a well-known public favourite. He made it into the top three and held his own till the finale.
Also reaching the finale, other top contestants included Shamita Shetty (third runner-up) and Nishant Bhat (fourth runner-up), both of whom entered the house as VIP from the digital spin‑off Bigg Boss OTT.
Contestants Line‑up
Bigg Boss 15 began with 24 contestants, blending celebrities and OTT stars in a compelling mix. Major participants were:
- Tejasswi Prakash – Winner
- Pratik Sehajpal – First runner‑up
- Karan Kundrra – Second runner‑up
- Shamita Shetty – Third runner‑up (walked out mid‑season then returned)
- Nishant Bhat – Fourth runner‑up
- Rashami Desai, Vishal Kotian, Donal Bisht, Umar Riaz, Akasa Singh, Simba Nagpal, Vidhi Pandya, Ieshaan Sehgaal, Miesha Iyer, Afsana Khan, Jay Bhanushali, Sahil Shroff, Neha Bhasin, Abhijit Bichukale, Devoleena Bhattacharjee, Raqesh Bapat, Rajiv Adatia, Rakhi Sawant and others who entered as wildcards or special entries.
Wildcard entries included Rakhi Sawant and her husband Ritesh, Devoleena Bhattacharjee, Rashami Desai, Neha Bhasin, and Raqesh Bapat (who later walked out).
Host & Show Format
The season was hosted by superstar Salman Khan, marking his twelfth time hosting the Bigg Boss Hindi series. He brought in his usual blend of humor, stern feedback and emotional moments during Weekend Ka Vaar episodes. The jungle theme (‘Sankat In Jungle’) was designed to add survival-like challenges and kept the contestants under constant pressure in a stripped-down setting with limited comforts.
Season Highlights
- The “jungle house” early weeks created hardships—no comfy beds, limited kitchen access, and the iconic VishwasunTREE, which voiced tasks and surprises.
- There were emotional and controversial episodes—Pratik Sehajpal broke the bathroom lock while Vidhi Pandya was showering, causing much uproar in the house; Afsana Khan struggled with stress and panic, even threatening self-harm, and was ejected for her safety.
Conclusion
Bigg Boss Season 15 mixed survival-style challenges with emotional drama, resulting in one of the most talked-about seasons. Tejasswi Prakash won the hearts of viewers through her calm strength and adaptability. Pratik Sehajpal impressed as a bold and honest competitor, while Karan Kundrra and other VIPs kept competition fierce till the end. With Salman Khan guiding the narrative and a unique jungle setup, the show delivered unforgettable moments and strong fan loyalties.