Full data confirmed — with one small discrepancy across sources (₹40 lakh prize is the most commonly reported figure; one outlet cites ₹50 lakh, which I’ve noted). I’ll also mention Sidharth Shukla’s passing in 2021, since it’s well-documented public history and often comes up when people search this topic — treated respectfully and briefly. Same note on images applies.
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Bigg Boss 13: Sidharth Shukla’s Winning Journey, Contestants, Runner-Up & Prize Money
Bigg Boss 13, subtitled “Bigg Boss Tedha,” is remembered as one of the franchise’s most dramatic and closely-watched seasons — built around a fierce rivalry, a widely-followed on-screen romance, and a finale that capped nearly five months of intense competition. Here’s the complete breakdown.
Season 13 at a Glance
The season premiered September 29, 2019, on Colors TV, and concluded February 16, 2020, running 141 days with 21 contestants — one of the longest seasons in the show’s history at that point. Salman Khan hosted for the tenth time. The season brought back the “Weekend Ka Vaar” debate-and-wrestling power segment for a third time, and briefly experimented with a house-wide “team” concept early on before legal issues forced its cancellation by Day 10.
Who Won Bigg Boss 13?
Actor Sidharth Shukla was crowned the winner, taking home the trophy and a cash prize most widely reported at ₹40 lakh (though a smaller number of sources cite ₹50 lakh). His season-long run was marked by a volatile, headline-generating rivalry with runner-up Asim Riaz, a widely-followed on-screen romantic connection with fellow contestant Shehnaaz Gill (fans nicknamed the pairing “SidNaaz”), and a tense back-and-forth with actress Rashami Desai, his former co-star. He also battled a bout of typhoid during his time in the house but stayed in the competition throughout.
Runner-Up and Top Finishers
Model Asim Riaz finished as first runner-up, following a friendship-turned-rivalry with Shukla that became one of the season’s defining storylines. Shehnaaz Gill placed as second runner-up, with Rashami Desai finishing third, Arti Singh fourth, and Paras Chhabra rounding out the finale’s top six.
Notable Contestants
Season 13’s cast became one of the franchise’s most talked-about lineups:
- Sidharth Shukla — Actor — Winner
- Asim Riaz — Model — Runner-up
- Shehnaaz Gill — Actress — Second runner-up
- Rashami Desai — Actress — Third place
- Arti Singh — Comedian, actress — Fourth place
- Paras Chhabra — Actor — Fifth place
- Mahira Sharma — Actress
- Devoleena Bhattacharjee — Actress
- Himanshi Khurana — Singer, actress
Hosting and Grand Finale
Salman Khan anchored his tenth season, with a finale that included performances from the finalists as well as former contestants, a comedy segment from Sunil Grover, and an appearance from Khatron Ke Khiladi host Rohit Shetty alongside contestants Karan Patel, Tejasswi Prakash, Adaa Khan, and Karishma Tanna for a special in-house task and eviction announcement.
Where Are They Now
Sidharth Shukla passed away in September 2021 following a cardiac arrest, at age 40. His win and his relationship with Shehnaaz Gill remained a significant part of his public legacy — Gill later paid tribute to him during a Bigg Boss 15 finale appearance, and glimpses of their storyline were revisited in a Season 16 promo that drew an emotional response from fans.
Final Thoughts
Bigg Boss 13 remains one of the franchise’s most frequently referenced seasons, largely because of how much of its drama — the Sidharth-Asim rivalry, the SidNaaz romance, the Rashami Desai tension — extended well beyond the show itself and into broader pop culture conversation. Combined with its status as one of the longest seasons to that point, it’s widely considered a high-water mark for the format’s ability to generate sustained public interest.