Bigg Boss Marathi Season 6 Concludes with Tanvi Kolte as Champion

The grand finale of Bigg Boss Marathi Season 6 saw Tanvi Kolte crowned as the winner, taking home Rs 15 lakh. Raqesh Bapat finished as the first runner-up, marking another near miss in his Bigg Boss journey. The season featured a variety of contestants and showcased the evolving dynamics between participants. Raqesh's past relationships and career highlights add depth to his story. Explore the exciting moments and the full list of contestants from this season.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 20, 2026, 13:18 IST

Grand Finale of Bigg Boss Marathi Season 6

The finale of Bigg Boss Marathi season 6, hosted by Riteish Deshmukh, aired on Sunday, April 19, culminating in an exciting conclusion. Tanvi Kolte emerged victorious, taking home a cash prize of Rs 15 lakh, while Raqesh Bapat secured the position of first runner-up. Despite the competitive atmosphere, both contestants developed a strong camaraderie throughout the season. Raqesh, who has participated in various formats of Bigg Boss, narrowly missed out on the trophy, finishing ahead of Vishal Kotian, Anushri Mane, and Deepali Sayed.

Raqesh Bapat's Journey in Bigg Boss

Raqesh Bapat's Missed Opportunities

Prior to his stint in Bigg Boss Marathi season 6, Raqesh had participated in the Hindi version of the show. In 2021, he was a contestant on Bigg Boss OTT, where he finished as the third runner-up. He later entered Bigg Boss 15 as a wildcard contestant but left after five days due to health issues. Unfortunately, this was his third attempt at winning a Bigg Boss trophy, and he fell short once again.

Raqesh Bapat's Personal Life

Relationship with Shamita Shetty

Raqesh, who was previously married to Ridhi Dogra, developed a close relationship with Bollywood actress Shamita Shetty, known for her appearances in Bigg Boss OTT and Bigg Boss 15. The couple ended their relationship in 2022, with Shamita stating in an interview that it was a chapter she has moved on from.

Raqesh Bapat's Career Overview

Who is Raqesh Bapat?

With over two decades in the entertainment industry, Raqesh began his Bollywood career with Tum Bin in 2001. He has since appeared in films like Dil Vil Pyar Vyar, Tumse Milke Wrong Number, and Heroine. On television, he has been part of shows such as Saat Phere and Maryada: Lekin Kab Tak?.

Bigg Boss Marathi 6 Contestants

Contestants of Bigg Boss Marathi 6

Alongside Tanvi and Raqesh, the season featured contestants including Sagar Karande, Deepali Sayyed, Anushree Mane, and others. The show premiered on January 11 on JioHotstar and Colors Marathi. Previous winners of Bigg Boss Marathi include Megha Dhade, Shiv Thakare, and Suraj Chavan.