Kushal Tanwar, known to fans as Gullu, is the winner of MTV Splitsvilla X6: Pyaar Ya Paisa, which he won with partner Kaira Anu in the grand finale on May 16, 2026. The couple took home the ₹20 lakh cash prize.
It was his second major reality TV title. Before Splitsvilla, Gullu won MTV Roadies XX: Double Cross, where he represented gang leader Elvish Yadav’s team and won ₹10 lakh and a Hero Karizma bike.
Winning both Roadies and Splitsvilla puts him in a small group of contestants to take titles on two of MTV India’s biggest reality shows.
Kushal Tanwar (Gullu) Biography
Kushal Tanwar (Gullu) quick facts
| Full name | Kushal Tanwar |
| Nickname | Gullu |
| Known for | Winner of MTV Splitsvilla X6 (2026) and MTV Roadies XX: Double Cross |
| Year of birth | 1999 (as reported) |
| Age | 26–27 (exact date of birth not publicly confirmed) |
| Hometown | Gurugram, Haryana |
| Education | Reportedly B.Sc. in Hotel Management, IHMCT Pune (2022) |
| Profession | Content creator and reality TV personality |
| Splitsvilla partner | Kaira Anu |
How old is Kushal Tanwar (Gullu)?
Multiple reports say Kushal Tanwar was born in 1999, which makes him 26 or 27 in 2026, depending on his birthday. He has not publicly confirmed his exact date of birth, so treat any specific birthday you see online with caution.
Early life and education
Gullu is originally from Gurugram, Haryana. He reportedly completed a Bachelor of Science in Hotel Management from the Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (IHMCT), Pune, in 2022.
After his studies he reportedly tried running a business, which didn’t work out, before turning to content creation and reality television.
Roadies XX: Double Cross — his first big win
Gullu first became widely known through MTV Roadies XX: Double Cross. He competed in gang leader Elvish Yadav’s team and went on to win the season.
The win brought him a INR10 lakh prize and a Hero Karizma bike, and it gave him a fan base before he ever entered the Splitsvilla villa. Many viewers came into Splitsvilla 16 already knowing who he was.
MTV Splitsvilla X6: Pyaar Ya Paisa
Splitsvilla 16 ran from January 9 to May 16, 2026, and was filmed in Mahabalipuram. It was hosted by Karan Kundrra, with Nia Sharma and Uorfi Javed as Mischief Makers. Sunny Leone co-hosted the grand finale.
The season’s theme was Pyaar Ya Paisa, love or money. Contestants were split between a Pyaar Villa and a Paisa Villa, and many of their choices through the season came down to whether they would pick a relationship or a prize.
Gullu and Kaira
Gullu’s journey became tied to Kaira Anu. Kaira started the season in the Paisa Villa team and was involved in several of the season’s biggest clashes, including with Akanksha Choudhary, Asmita Adhikari and Keona Walke.
Over the four months of the show, Gullu and Kaira’s connection became one of the season’s most talked-about storylines, and many fans saw them as the villa’s strongest couple well before the finale. MTV Splitsvilla’s own announcement called them the villa’s unstoppable duo from day one.
The grand finale
Four couples reached the finale:
| Result | Couple |
|---|---|
| Winners | Kushal Tanwar (Gullu) and Kaira Anu |
| Runners-up | Yogesh Rawat and Ruru Thakur |
| Third place | Sorab Bedi and Niharika Tiwari |
| Fourth place | Tayne De Villiers and Soundharya |
Gullu and Kaira beat Yogesh and Ruru for the title and shared the INR20 lakh prize. After the win, Gullu thanked fans for their support throughout the season.
Who is Kaira Anu?
Kaira Anu, Gullu’s winning partner, moved from India to Canada at 16 to continue her education. She has a degree in biotechnology followed by dentistry, and works as a dental hygienist. She is also a belly dancer and model.
Is Kushal Tanwar dating Kaira?
Gullu and Kaira were paired on the show and won together. Neither has publicly confirmed a relationship outside the show, so any reports about their off-screen status are speculation.
Social media
Gullu is a content creator, and his following grew sharply after his Roadies win and again during Splitsvilla 16. He shares fitness content, reality TV moments and updates with fans.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Splitsvilla 16?
Kushal Tanwar (Gullu) and Kaira Anu won MTV Splitsvilla X6: Pyaar Ya Paisa in the grand finale on May 16, 2026, beating Yogesh Rawat and Ruru Thakur. They won ₹20 lakh.
What is Kushal Tanwar’s age?
He was reportedly born in 1999, which makes him 26 or 27 in 2026. His exact date of birth has not been publicly confirmed.
Where is Gullu from?
Kushal Tanwar is from Gurugram, Haryana.
Did Gullu win Roadies?
Yes. He won MTV Roadies XX: Double Cross while representing Elvish Yadav’s gang, winning ₹10 lakh and a Hero Karizma bike.
How much prize money did Gullu win in Splitsvilla 16?
Gullu and Kaira Anu shared the INR20 lakh prize for winning Splitsvilla X6.
Who hosted Splitsvilla 16?
Karan Kundrra hosted, with Nia Sharma and Uorfi Javed as Mischief Makers. Sunny Leone co-hosted the grand finale.
Is Gullu dating Kaira in real life?
Neither has publicly confirmed a relationship outside the show.
Last updated: September 2026. Sources: India TV, News24, MTV Splitsvilla’s official announcement.
