The inaugural season of Bigg Boss Malayalam concluded with a spectacular Grand Finale on 30 September 2018, bringing an end to one of the most talked-about reality shows on Malayalam television. Hosted by Mohanlal, the first season featured 16 celebrity contestants competing inside the Bigg Boss house for over 100 days.
After weeks of nominations, eliminations, and public voting, Sabumon Abdusamad emerged as the winner of Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 1, while Pearle Maaney secured the runner-up position.
📋 Grand Finale Overview
| 📺 Category | 📌 Details |
|---|---|
| Show | Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 1 |
| Grand Finale | 30 September 2018 |
| Channel | Asianet |
| Host | Mohanlal |
| Winner | Sabumon Abdusamad |
| Runner-up | Pearle Maaney |
🏆 Final Standings
| 🥇 Position | 👤 Contestant |
|---|---|
| 🏆 Winner | Sabumon Abdusamad |
| 🥈 Runner-up | Pearle Maaney |
| 🥉 Third Place | Shiyas Kareem |
| 4️⃣ Fourth Place | Srinish Aravind |
| 5️⃣ Fifth Place | Aristo Suresh |
🌟 Meet the Finalists
The five finalists earned their place after successfully completing the season’s challenges and surviving multiple elimination rounds.
| 👤 Finalist | 📝 Profile |
|---|---|
| Sabumon Abdusamad | Television personality and actor popularly known as Tharikida Sabu. His confident gameplay and leadership qualities helped him lift the inaugural Bigg Boss Malayalam trophy. |
| Pearle Maaney | Television host and actress who became one of the most loved contestants of the season with her cheerful personality and entertaining journey. |
| Shiyas Kareem | Model and actor who impressed viewers with his competitive spirit and secured a place among the finalists. |
| Srinish Aravind | Television actor known for his calm approach and consistent performance throughout the competition. |
| Aristo Suresh | Singer and actor who entertained audiences with his humour, simplicity, and memorable moments inside the Bigg Boss house. |
🎉 Journey to the Championship
Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 1 began with 16 celebrity contestants entering the house on 24 June 2018. Throughout the season, contestants faced weekly tasks, nominations, eliminations, and audience voting before reaching the Grand Finale.
Just before the final week, Aditi Rai was eliminated, leaving the final five contestants to compete for the championship.
🗳️ Public Voting
The Grand Finale winner was decided through the official public voting process. Viewers supported their favourite contestants throughout the season, making audience participation an important part of the competition.
📺 Grand Finale Celebration
The finale episode featured:
- 🎤 Mohanlal announcing the results
- 🏆 Winner presentation
- 🎉 Celebration with the finalists
- ⭐ Highlights from the contestants’ journeys
- 📽️ Memorable moments from Season 1
The successful conclusion of Season 1 established Bigg Boss Malayalam as one of Asianet’s flagship reality shows.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
📌 Who won Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 1?
Sabumon Abdusamad won the inaugural season.
📌 Who was the runner-up?
Pearle Maaney finished as the runner-up.
📌 When was the Grand Finale telecast?
The Grand Finale aired on 30 September 2018.
📌 Who hosted Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 1?
The entire season was hosted by Mohanlal.
📌 Who were the Top 5 finalists?
The finalists were:
- 🏆 Sabumon Abdusamad
- 🥈 Pearle Maaney
- 🥉 Shiyas Kareem
- 4️⃣ Srinish Aravind
- 5️⃣ Aristo Suresh
📝 Editorial Note: This article was originally published ahead of the Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 1 Grand Finale in September 2018 and was later updated after the official winner was announced. The content has been refreshed for readability while preserving the original historical context and finale results.
