By SRTeam Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 5, which aired in 2023, was a thrilling reality TV show hosted by Mohanlal. The season, titled “Battle of the Originals – തീ പാറും!”, featured 21 contestants from diverse backgrounds, including actors, models, and a journalist. The Season 5 of Bigg Boss Malayalam began on 26 March 2023 and concluded on 2 July 2023, airing on Asianet and streaming on JioHotstar.
Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 5 Host
The show was hosted by the legendary actor Mohanlal, who returned to welcome and guide the contestants with warmth and energy throughout the season.
Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 5 Winner
The winner of Season 5 was Akhil Marar, a film director and writer known for his work in Oru Thaathvika Avalokanam (2021). He walked away with the trophy and a cash prize of ₹50 lakh.
Runner-Up
Reneesha Rahiman, a TV actress famous for her role in the serial Seetha Kalyanam, finished as the first runner-up. She impressed the audience with her calm and genuine presence on the show.
Top Finalists
The top five finalists who reached the grand finale were:
- Akhil Marar – Winner
- Reneesha Rahiman – Runner-up
- Junaiz VP – Second runner-up
- Sobha Vishwanath – Third runner-up
- Shiju Abdul Rasheed – Fourth runner-up.
Contestants Overview
A total of 21 contestants entered the Bigg Boss House for Season 5, the highest for the Malayalam version up to that point. Some notable names included:
- Akhil Marar (Winner)
- Reneesha Rahiman (Runner-up)
- Junaiz VP (Second runner-up)
- Sobha Vishwanath (Third runner-up)
- Shiju Abdul Rasheed (Fourth runner-up)
- Cerena Ann Johnson – Evicted just before the finale
- Nadira Mehrin – Walked out mid-season with prize money
- Others: Aniyan Midhun, Rinosh George, Vishnu Joshi, Angeline Mariya, Sreedevi Menon, Maneesha KS, Anu Joseph (wild-card), Hanan Hameed (wild-card), Omar Lulu (wild-card), Gopika Gopi, Aiswarya Suresh, Sruthi Lakshmi, Anjuz Rosh, Sagar Surya.
Final Thoughts
Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 5 was a memorable season full of drama, strategy, and emotional moments. Akhil Marar emerged as the winner for his entertaining personality and resilience, while Reneesha Rahiman won over fans with her grace and sincerity. The mix of celebrities, influencers, and wild-card entrants created an engaging and dynamic show led by the ever-charming Mohanlal.