Bigg Boss OTT 2 Finale: From being called 'Nakli hawa hai' to reaching Top 2, Abhishek Malhan lost the trophy but won hearts

Abhishek Malhan. Pic/Instagram

Salman Khan's much-talked-about reality show Bigg Boss OTT season 2 has come to an end. It started with 13 contestants including Abhishek Malhan, Pooja Bhatt, Cyrus Broacha, Manisha Rani, Akanksha Puri, Avinash Sachdev, Falaq Naaz, Palak Purswani, Bebika Dhurve, Aaliya Siddiqui, Jiya Shankar, Jad Hadid and Puneet Superstar. The makers introduced two wild card contestants mid-season. They were Elvish Yadav and Aashika Bhatia. The former went on to join Abhishek, Pooja, Bebika and Manish in the finale and eventually won the trophy.

Elvish, a YouTuber, gave tough competition to Abhishek. The latter, also known as Fukra Insaan, survived the odds inside the house for 8 weeks and ended his journey as the first runner-up. Even though he didn't win the trophy, the social media star won the hearts of the audience with his clear, straight and valid talks and arguments with the housemates.

Abhishek came a long way on Bigg Boss OTT 2. On the premiere night, a panel of judges including Sunny Leone, Dibang and Ajay Jadeja criticised him by saying, "Nakli hawa hai," to coming this close to the trophy, his journey certainly made the audience proud. The popular YouTuber entered the house and became friends with Manisha Rani and Bebika Dhurve. However, cracks formed in his bond with Bebika; Manisha remained by his side throughout. Abhishek's closest friends by the end of the season were Elvish, Manisha and Jiya. His fans went on to create hashtags like AbhiSha and AbhiYa; these hashtags would often trend.

While he had made stronger bonds in the house, Abhishek had his share of arguments and disagreements with Pooja, Bebika, and Avinash to name a few. Those matters would resolve soon. Not to forget, the house played witness to Abhishek's growing fondness for Jiya. Let's wait and watch what the future holds for AbhiYa!!

Abhishek was one of the most active members in tasks. He would give in his best to make his team win. Showing grit, determination and passion to be in the race for the trophy, he also displayed his competitive side. His captaincy remained a talking point for several weeks. He was also punished several times for breaking rules such as discussing nominations and sleeping during the day. This Fukra Insaan might look tough and strong from the exterior but he was a soft-hearted person from within and his emotional breakdowns broke many hearts.

Just a week before the finale, Abhishek fell ill and had to be taken to receive medical attention hours before the finale. His dance performance had to be cancelled owing to his health. If not the trophy, this Fukra Insaan won millions of hearts! He couldn't wait for the media interaction due to his health. Hence, Abhishek issued a video message for all his fans and thanked them for loving and supporting him. He congratulated Elvish on the win.