After weeks of drama, betrayals, emotional breakdowns and intense competition, MTV Splitsvilla X6: Pyaar Ya Paisa has finally found its winning couple. Gullu, also known as Kushal Tanwar, and Kaira Anu lifted the trophy during the much-awaited grand finale and took home a cash prize of Rs 20 lakh.
Hosted by Sunny Leone and Karan Kundrra, the latest season became one of the most talked-about editions of the reality dating show due to its unpredictable twists and emotional gameplay. This year’s “Pyaar Ya Paisa” theme forced contestants to constantly choose between genuine connections and strategic moves for survival.
The finale episode aired on MTV India and streamed digitally on JioHotstar, with fans flooding social media throughout the night with reactions and winner predictions.
Gullu and Kaira Win Splitsvilla 16 Trophy
Gullu and Kaira defeated finalist couples Yogesh Rawat - Ruru Thakur and Sorab Bedi - Niharika Tiwari in the finale challenge to emerge as the winners of the season.
The winning duo had built a strong fanbase throughout the show because of their chemistry, consistent performances and emotional journey inside the villa. While several contestants were involved in constant fights and strategic gameplay, viewers often described Gullu and Kaira’s bond as one of the more stable relationships of the season.
According to reports, the finale also introduced audience-driven twists where fan support played a major role in shaping the final outcome.
Soon after the winners were announced, fans celebrated online with congratulatory posts, clips from the finale and emotional edits of the couple’s journey on the show.
Congratulations to Gullu and Kaira for winning MTV Splitsvilla X6! They completed the challenge in 16.33 minutes and received 38.4 million votes. 🔥#SplitsvillaX6 #Splitsvilla #Kaira #Gullu pic.twitter.com/D909MthKHy
— Digital News Hub (@digital_newshub) May 16, 2026
Splitsvilla 16 Was Filled With Drama and Twists
This season of Splitsvilla delivered multiple shocking eliminations, unexpected wildcard entries and emotional confrontations. Contestants like Yogesh Rawat, Ruru Thakur, Niharika Tiwari and Sorab Bedi frequently made headlines because of their dramatic arguments and changing alliances inside the villa.
The show also kept audiences hooked through new game formats and “Pyaar Ka Power” twists that allowed viewers to influence parts of the competition.
In the semi-finale, Gullu reportedly faced health issues, creating concern among fans before the final challenge. Despite that setback, he managed to bounce back strongly during the finale episode.
Social media discussions around the finale continued trending even after the episode aired, especially surrounding finalist rivalries and controversial moments from the season.
Fans React to Gullu and Kaira’s Victory
As soon as the finale ended, viewers took to Instagram, X and fan pages to share their reactions. While many fans celebrated Gullu and Kaira’s win, others expressed disappointment over their favorite contestants losing the trophy.
Several viewers called the finale “one of the most entertaining endings” in recent Splitsvilla history because of the close competition between finalist couples. Fan edits and clips from the winning moment quickly started going viral online.
Many users also praised the season for balancing romance, strategy and drama without losing entertainment value.
Final Take
'Splitsvilla 16: Pyaar Ya Paisa' ended on a high note with Gullu and Kaira emerging as the winners after an intense finale battle. Their victory capped off a season packed with emotional twists, fierce rivalries and unexpected turns. While debates around the finalists continue online, one thing is certain - this season managed to keep viewers hooked till the very end.

