Bigg Boss Marathi is the Marathi-language adaptation of the reality TV show Bigg Boss, which is inspired by Big Brother. The Marathi version is broadcast on Colors Marathi. Mahesh Manjrekar served as the host for the show across four seasons.
Bigg Boss Kannada Winners List:
| Winner | Prize Money | Runner-up | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | Megha Dhade | ₹25 lakh (US$31,000) | Pushkar Jog |
| Season 2 | Shiv Thakare | ₹25 lakh (US$31,000) | Neha Shitole |
| Season 3 | Vishal Nikam | ₹25 lakh (US$31,000) | Jay Dudhane |
| Season 4 | Akshay Kelkar | ₹25 lakh (US$31,000) | Apurva Nemlekar |
Overview of Bigg Boss Marathi: Format, Rules, Controversies, and Host
Overview:
- Bigg Boss Marathi is the Marathi version of the reality show based on the original Dutch Big Brother format.
- The Marathi version uses celebrities as housemates, not members of the general public.
The House:
- The house is well-furnished and has modern amenities including bedrooms, a living area, a kitchen, a store room, a smoking room, toilets, a garden, a pool, an activity area, and a gym.
- The house is under constant surveillance with 100 CCTV cameras.
Rules:
- Housemates are not allowed to tamper with any electronic equipment or leave the house premises without permission.
- They are required to wear microphones at all times and speak only in Marathi.
Nomination:
- Nomination is mandatory, and housemates nominate two others for eviction each week.
- Housemates with the most nominations face a public vote, and those with the fewest votes are evicted.
Captaincy:
- A captain is selected each week and has additional privileges, including immunity from nomination, exemption from tasks, and a separate bedroom.
- The captain’s main duty is to supervise the weekly tasks and ensure house rules are followed.
Broadcast:
- Bigg Boss Marathi is aired on Colors Marathi.
- Everyday episodes cover the main events of the previous day, while weekend episodes focus on the eviction interview.
Eviction:
- Contestants are nominated by housemates, and viewers cast their votes to save them from eviction.
- The contestant with the fewest votes is evicted from the house.
Controversies:
- The show has faced controversies in various seasons due to conflicts, physical altercations, and rule violations among the contestants.
- One contestant, Abhijit Bichukale, was even thrown out of the house.