In Bigg Boss Kannada Season 12 (BBK 12) penultimate week, the heat has reached a fever pitch. Having arranged the grand finale of the show for January 18, 2026, the contestants were offered the most compelling opportunity possible in this case the ‘Ticket to Finale’. Once they achieve this task, they enter directly into the Top 5 and avoid the nominations for the final week. But the quest for this golden ticket became a nightmare on Thursday, January 8, when a high-altitude task resulted in a heart-stopping accident that left the housemates wailing in terror.
The Tower Incident
A Terrifying Fall contestants climbed, survived and thrived on a narrow, high tower while competing for points. The physical demands and psychological strain of the final part of the competition added to its intensity. In a charged moment during an attempt at the task, before Kavya Shaiva (before her mid-week departure) and Dhruvanth appeared unable to even stay balanced. Then suddenly, one of the contestants swayed off his body, falling from the tower.
Although safety harnesses and crash mats were in place, the impact was sudden and violent. Gilli Nata, who looked on from the sidelines, immediately turned traumatized. Known for being warm and friendly at all that he did in return for a deal, Gilli was shown in shock, clutching his face and shouting for medical assistance. The live feed was cut (for a second) when the medical team rushed into the garden area to assess the situation.
Finalist 1 in 5 Revealed
Dhanush Gowda Clinches the Position Even with the drama and the momentary halt in the game, the points tally proved that the winner was the winner from the punishing tasks. Dhanush Gowda became the winner of the 'Ticket to Finale'. All the time in the season Dhanush performed well, I can't count the tasks on the finale week as No other last chance.
Now that Dhanush has got this ticket he has now emerged as the first finalist winner of BBK 12. The home: Fear and resolve. The crash was a reminder of what the contestants are willing to literally do for the trophy. While still reeling, Gilli Nata spoke out in concern for his friends saying, "the trophy is not worth a life."
This emotional side of Gilli has resonated with his 1 million followers on Instagram who are now rallying around his side even more. Dhanush’s triumph-the one which has been hailed more in-has already brought him the title of "Dhanush", although in the last breath more shadow of anxiety over the remaining contestants. As one spot has already been officially taken, the pressure on Gilli, Dhruvanth and others to survive the last elimination has increased to twice as great a level of stress.
The Road to January 18
With Dhanush Gowda safely in the finale, the dynamic in this house has changed. The other six contestants must compete for the last four spots in the Top 5. The construction “tower accident” marks the very start of the season: the untamed, wild and at times life-threatening Bigg Boss quest. All eyes are on the injured and their malaise while preparing the final weekend ka vaar in the house and the finalist’s strategy.
