by MTV Roadies Double Cross Episode 42 aired on 1 June 2025, and it delivered a blockbuster Grand Finale packed with thrilling tasks, emotional betrayals, dramatic confrontations, and of course, the ultimate crowning of the season’s winner.
Fans were treated to edge-of-the-seat action as the top six Roadies faced off for one last time to win the title of MTV Roadies Double Cross.
Finalists Make a Grand Entrance
The episode kicked off with the five finalists – Kushal Tanwar aka Gullu, RD, Hartaaj, Rishabh, and Rohit – riding in on Hero Karizma XMR bikes at the Grand Finale location. Waiting to greet them were the five gang leaders Elvish Yadav, Prince Narula, Gautam Gulati, Rhea Chakraborty, and Neha Dhupia, along with host Rannvijay Singha and all ex-Roadies.
Rhea-Rishabh Confrontation
Rannvijay invited the gang leaders to share their thoughts after watching the semi-finals from home. Rhea Chakraborty expressed disappointment over Rishabh’s podcast comments where he called her naïve. A public apology was issued by Rishabh, and Rhea accepted it, setting the stage for a clean slate.
A Surprise 6th Finalist!
In a shock twist, Rannvijay announced a sixth finalist, chosen by ex-Roadies from a list of semi-final performers. Gang leaders each nominated one Roadie:
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Gautam chose Priya
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Neha chose Manmeet
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Elvish chose Yogesh Rawat
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Prince chose Mannu
Rhea could not nominate, as her only semi-final performer, Rohit, was already a finalist.
A brief but tense scuffle erupted between Mannu and Yogesh Rawat, but was quickly diffused. Voting ensued with these results:
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Priya – 12 votes
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Yogesh – 9 votes
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Mannu – 3 votes
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Manmeet – 2 votes
Priya emerged as the sixth finalist and chose to represent Gang Rhea.
Grand Finale Part 1: Alliance-Based Task
Rannvijay revealed the Part 1 of the Grand Finale would be performed in alliances (2 Roadies per team). Due to his earlier Double Cross move, Gullu received the privilege of choosing all the alliance teams:
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Gullu & Rishabh
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RD & Rohit
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Priya & Hartaaj
Note: RD & Rohit were given a disadvantage for Part 2 if they advanced.
Task Stages
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Wall Climb for Flags
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Ladder Traverse
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Obstacle Course (defenders from rival gangs)
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Duffle Bag Twist:
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One Roadie presses a buzzer and chooses to Double Cross or Stay Loyal
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The partner decides whether to shoot paintballs (if they feel betrayed)
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Duffle Bag Twist Outcome
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Gullu & Rishabh – Both Double Crossed
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RD & Rohit – Both Double Crossed
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Hartaaj – Stayed Loyal, but *Priya Double Crossed him
Part 1 Final Timings
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Gullu & Rishabh – 2 minutes 35 seconds
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Priya & Hartaaj – 4 minutes 54 seconds
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RD & Rohit – 7 minutes 24 seconds
Due to the Double Cross twist, Gullu and Hartaaj were the only Roadies who qualified for the final round.
Prince Narula vs. Elvish Yadav Argument
As tensions were already running high, a verbal clash erupted between Prince Narula and Elvish Yadav. Prince mocked Elvish’s short career in entertainment industry, calling him an “online badmaash,” which led to a fiery confrontation. Rannvijay intervened and restored calm.
Grand Finale Part 2: Final Showdown
Task Overview:
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Climb a hanging platform via rope ladder
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Jump onto slanted platform and retrieve 5 out of 10 flags
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Descend and mount the Karizma XMR Combat Edition bike
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Crash through a wall to stop the timer
Final Results:
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Gullu – Completed in 1 minute and 16 seconds
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Hartaaj – Completed in 1 minute and 48 seconds
Winner of MTV Roadies Double Cross
With a remarkable performance and smart gameplay throughout the season, Kushal Tanwar aka Gullu was declared the winner of MTV Roadies Double Cross.
Prizes:
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Hero Karizma XMR Combat Edition Bike
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₹10 Lakhs Cash Prize
Winning Gang Leader:
Elvish Yadav, whose Gang Gullu represented in the finale, claimed the title of Winning Gang Leader.
Final Result Summary
| Finalist | Gang Leader | Status |
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| Gullu | Elvish Yadav | Winner |
| Hartaaj | Prince Narula | Runner-Up |
| Priya | Rhea Chakraborty | Eliminated |
| Rishabh | Neha Dhupia | Eliminated |
| Rohit | Rhea Chakraborty | Eliminated |
| RD | Gautam Gulati | Eliminated |
FAQs – MTV Roadies Double Cross Episode 42
Q1. Who won MTV Roadies Double Cross?
A: Kushal Tanwar aka Gullu from Gang Elvish won the show.
Q2. What prize did the winner receive?
A: Gullu won a Hero Karizma XMR Combat Edition bike and ₹10 Lakhs.
Q3. What was the final task?
A: Finalists had to retrieve flags from a hanging platform and crash a bike through a wall in the shortest time.
Q4. What caused the fight between Prince and Elvish?
A: Prince mocked Elvish’s entertainment career, calling him inexperienced, which led to a heated exchange.
Q5. Who were the top two finalists?
A: Gullu and Hartaaj competed in the final showdown.
