Indian stand-up comedian Munawar Faruqui, popular among the youth, secured the Bigg Boss 17 title, with Abhishek Kumar announced as the runner-up. Faruqui received Rs50 lakh, a car, and the Bigg Boss trophy for his victory in the reality show that commenced on October 16, 2023.
The top 5 contestants included Ankita Lokhande, Abhishek Kumar, Munawar Faruqui, Manara Chopra, and Arun Mishetti. Manara Chopra, despite facing challenges, made it to the top 5, but her journey was marked by ups and downs.
Salman Khan and other contestants criticized Munara's gameplay, describing it as tedious and monotonous. Munara defended himself, stating that he prefers handling situations calmly. The top 2 finalists were Munawar Faruqui and Abhishek Kumar.
