As the Bigg Boss Kannada Season 12 grand finale set to air on January 18, 2026, fan excitement has reached a fever pitch with audience sentiment strongly favouring Gilli Nata as the likely champion. According to the latest ETimes poll, Gilli Nata has surged ahead of his fellow finalists with a commanding lead, capturing widespread support from viewers across Karnataka and beyond.

The ETimes poll shows Gilli Nata commanding around 63 % of votes, making him the clear favourite to lift the coveted Bigg Boss Kannada 12 trophy. His consistent performance, relatable moments, comic timing and emotional transparency throughout the season appear to have won over the audience, driving him miles ahead of the competition.

Close on his heels are Ashwini Gowda and Rakshitha Shetty, who are tied with roughly 19 % of the votes each. Both finalists have been widely appreciated for their strengths — Ashwini for her candid nature and emotional narrative, and Rakshitha for her poised gameplay and resilience inside the house.

Mutant Raghu holds a solid third position in the poll with around 16 %, reflecting his strong personality and standout moments, even if his journey drew mixed reactions from fans. Meanwhile, Kavya Shaiva and Dhanush Gowda share the lower end of the poll results, each receiving a smaller share of viewer votes yet still earning their place in the finale after weeks of fierce competition.

The final winner, however, will be officially crowned during the grand finale event, where host Kiccha Sudeep will announce the results based on total votes cast. The winner will take home not just the splendour and prestige of the Bigg Boss title, but also a golden trophy and a ₹50 lakh cash prize along with special surprises planned for the celebratory finale broadcast.

This season of Bigg Boss Kannada has been notable for its high viewer engagement, setting records with millions of votes and fierce fan support, especially for Gilli Nata. Whether the poll accurately predicts the eventual winner remains to be seen — but as the finale unfolds, expectations and excitement remain sky high among the show’s ardent followers.