New Delhi, Dec. 21 -- The grand finale of Bigg Boss Telugu Season 9 aired today, bringing an end to a 105-day journey full of drama, emotions and fierce competition among contestants.

The show, hosted by Nagarjuna, saw five finalists - Kalyan Padala, Thanuja Puttaswamy, Demon Pavan, Sanjjanaa Galrani and Emmanuel - battling it out for the coveted trophy and prize money.

For the first time in the show's history, the top two contestants were offered a chance to walk away with Rs.20 lakh. Host Nagarjuna entered the Bigg Boss house with a golden briefcase and presented the special offer to Kalyan and Thanuja, asking if either of them wished to accept it. Both Kalyan and Thanuja chose to reject the golden briefcase deal.

Demon Pawan exited ...