MTV ‘Splitsvilla 16’ Finalists Revealed: Gullu-Kaira and Yogesh-Ruru Secure Spots; Makers Introduce Fan Voting Twist
The final race for 'Splitsvilla 16' has officially begun as Kushal Gullu and Kaira Anu secured their spots in the finale by winning the Ticket to Finale task against Yogesh Rawat and Ruru Thakur. They are also joine dby two other pairs, setting stage for a high stakes finale showdown.
The dating reality show Splitsvilla 16 aka Splitsvilla X6 has entered its final stretch with a series of high-intensity tasks and a major shift in format. Following the latest episodes, the pool of contestants has been narrowed down to the elite few who will compete for the title. Adding to the excitement, the producers have unveiled a "Fan Voting" twist, giving the audience a direct hand in the competition's final outcome for the first time. ‘Splitsvilla 16’: Diksha Pawar Calls Out Sunny Leone, Karan Kundrra’s MTV Dating Show for Being ‘Biased’ (Watch Video).
‘Splitsvilla 16’ Ticket to Finale: Gullu-Kaira and the Final Four
The race to the finale reached a fever pitch in the recent episodes during the "Ticket to Finale" challenge. In a gruelling riddle-filled race, Kushal Tanwar (Gullu) and Kaira Anu emerged victorious, securing their spot in the grand finale by defeating rivals Yogesh Rawat and Ruru Thakur by a margin of just one second.
Following subsequent semi-final battles, the four finalist couples officially confirmed for the Splitsvilla 16 finale are:
Kushal Tanwar (Gullu) and Kaira
Sorab Bedi and Niharika Tiwari
Yogesh Rawat and Ruru Thakur
Tayne De Villiers and Soundharya Shetty
The journey to the top saw the shocking elimination of several strong contenders, including Himanshu Arora and Diksha Pawar, whose exit in the final dome session left many viewers and fellow contestants emotional.
Makers Introduce Historic 'Pyaar Ka Power' Fan Voting
In a significant departure from previous seasons, the makers have introduced a "Fan Voting" twist titled 'Pyaar Ka Power'. For the first time in the franchise's history, the power to influence the winner’s journey has been partially transferred from the villa and the "Oracle" to the audience.
How To Vote for Your Favourite ‘Splitsvilla 16’ Couple?
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Fans can now vote for their preferred finalists through the official streaming platform. While the ultimate victory will still depend on the performance in the final physical task, these fan votes are expected to provide the most popular couples with a strategic advantage during the finale, such as time bonuses or specific power-ups.
‘Splitsvilla 16’ Grand Finale Schedule
The grand finale of Splitsvilla 16 is set to be a star-studded event, marking the end of the "Pyaar Ya Paisa" theme. Hosted by Sunny Leone and Karan Kundrra, the final episode will see the top couples face a multi-stage obstacle course designed to test their physical strength and emotional bond. ‘Splitsvilla’ Season 16: Did Gullu Aka Kushal Tanwar and Kaira Win Ticket to Finale Task?.
The blockbuster finale is scheduled to air on Sunday, May 10, 2026. Viewers can watch the crowning of the winners at 7:00 PM on MTV India or stream the episode online via JioHotstar.
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