In Tamil television, Mr. and Mrs. Chinnathirai has carved a niche as one of the most heartwarming and entertaining reality shows. Unlike many reality shows that focus purely on competition, this one brings married couples from the Tamil television industry into the spotlight — letting them display their talents, compatibility, emotions, and sometimes surprises. The show tests more than just skills: it tests bonds, trust, chemistry and adaptability. Over its seasons, viewers have seen couples grow, falter, laugh and earn admiration. In this article, we’ll unpack the show’s format, list winners, runner-ups, judges and hosts season by season:
Show Format
Mr. and Mrs. Chinnathirai (Tamil: மிஸ்டர் அண்ட் மிசஸ் சின்னத்திரை) is a celebrity couple reality show in the Tamil television space.
Here’s how the format generally works:
- Celebrity Couples: The participants are real married pairs (or couples recognized in the television industry). They compete as pairs.
- Weekly Challenges / Tasks: Each week, couples undertake tasks — these could involve performance, talent displays, teamwork, quizzes, communication, or surprise challenges. The idea is to test how well the couple functions under stress or creativity.
- Judging & Evaluation: The show has a panel of judges (often prominent personalities) who evaluate the couples’ performances. There may be eliminations based on judges’ scores, combined with audience or other mechanisms.
- Hosts / Emcees: The show is anchored by one or more hosts, guiding the episodes, interacting with contestants, and adding entertainment.
- Elimination & Finale: Over weeks, couples get eliminated until the finale, where top couples compete and a winner is declared.
- Viewer Engagement / Twists: The show sometimes brings twists — guest hosts, judges, wildcard returns, etc. Also, the show is aired on television and streamed digitally (on Hotstar) to engage the audience.
The mix of celebrity bonding, challenge, emotion and competition makes Mr. and Mrs. Chinnathirai engaging beyond just reality TV spectacle.
Mr. and Mrs. Chinnathirai Winners, Runner-Up, Judges, Hosts
Below is a table summarizing the available data for the seasons of Mr. and Mrs. Chinnathirai:
| Season | Winner (Couple) | Runner-Up (Couple) | Judges | Hosts / Presentation |
| Season 1 | Shankara Pandian & Jaya Bharathi | Anthony Daasan & Reetha | Devadarshini, Gopinath Chandran, Vijayalakshmi Feroz | Ma Ka Pa Anand (host) |
| Season 2 | Vinoth Babu and Sindhu | Kumaran and Suhasini | Devadarshini, Gopinath Chandran (judges) | Ma Ka Pa Anand & Aranthangi Nisha (hosts) |
| Season 3 | Sarath & Krithika | Yogesh & Myna Nandhini (among top) | Devadarshini, Gopinath Chandran | Ma Ka Pa Anand, Archana Chandhoke (co-host / special hosts) |
| Season 4 | Mahalingam & Rajeshwari | Madhan & Reshma (1st runner-up) | Devadarshini, Gopinath Chandran | Ma Ka Pa Anand & Aranthangi Nisha |
| Season 5 | Puviarasu & Mohanapriya | Kottachi & Anjali (1st runner-up) | Gopinath Chandran, Radha (joined as judge; replacing Devadarshini) | Ma Ka Pa Anand & Aranthangi Nisha |
Mr. and Mrs. Chinnathirai Season 1

Season 1 premiered on 20 January 2019 and concluded on 19 May 2019 with 16 episodes. It aired on Star Vijay, featuring married television couples competing via performances, challenges, and compatibility tasks. Judges were Devadarshini, Gopinath Chandran, and Vijayalakshmi Feroz. Ma Ka Pa Anand anchored the season. Over weeks, couples were tested in varied tasks reflecting emotional, creative and interpersonal strengths. In the grand finale, Shankara Pandian & Jaya Bharathi were declared winners, while Anthony Daasan & Reetha were runners-up. It built the foundation and drew attention to this novel concept in Tamil TV.
Mr. and Mrs. Chinnathirai Season 2

The second season followed soon after, with the format continuing — celebrity couples doing themed tasks, judged by Devadarshini and Gopinath Chandran. Hosting included Ma Ka Pa Anand & Aranthangi Nisha. While the summary page does not explicitly list the winners in its overview, media reports suggest that the competition was intense, and many popular couples participated. The show further refined its challenges, increased viewer engagement, and solidified its place as a must-watch in Tamil television’s reality genre. It set the pace for more seasons to follow.
Mr. and Mrs. Chinnathirai Season 3

Season 3 ran from 24 April 2021 to 12 December 2021, with a longer stretch and more episodes (58 episodes) than earlier seasons. Ma Ka Pa Anand returned as main host, with Archana Chandhoke as co-host and support from Aranthangi Nisha, Manimegalai and Bala as special hosts. Judges remained Devadarshini and Gopinath Chandran. The competition was tougher, with more couples, higher expectations, and emotional moments. Ultimately, Sarath & Krithika clinched the title. The season’s progression saw strong performances, rivalries, surprise eliminations and a richer viewing experience.
Mr. and Mrs. Chinnathirai Season 4
Season 4 aired between 2 July 2022 and 20 November 2022, with 39 episodes. The host duo remained Ma Ka Pa Anand and Aranthangi Nisha. Judges Devadarshini and Gopinath Chandran continued their presence. In Season 4, eight couples competed in various challenges to prove their compatibility under pressure. At the finale, Mahalingam & Rajeshwari won, while Madhan & Reshma emerged as first runners-up, followed by other finalists like Rehman & Farina Azad and Vasanth & Rekha. This season showcased refined production, more structured eliminations and emotional arcs for participants.
Mr. and Mrs. Chinnathirai Season 5

After a gap, Season 5 launched on 29 June 2024, airing on weekends on Star Vijay. Ma Ka Pa Anand and Aranthangi Nisha served as hosts. Judges included Gopinath Chandran (continuing as judge) and Radha, who joined the panel (while Devadarshini stepped back). Twelve couples competed. In the finale, Puviarasu & Mohanapriya were crowned winners; Kottachi & Anjali were runners-up (with others in 2nd runner-up positions). The season added freshness via a new judge, participant mix, and evolved challenges. It underlined how the show remains popular and evolving.