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ColorsTV and JioHotstar are set to launch The 50, India’s adaptation of the French hit Les Cinquante. With 50 contestants including celebrities, influencers, and Bigg Boss alumni, the show promises intense, rule-free entertainment starting February 1.
Official contestant announcement is pending.
Mumbai: Fans of reality TV in India are gearing up for a show unlike any other. During the grand finale of Bigg Boss 19, ColorsTV revealed the existence of The 50, though details were scarce. Inspired by the French series Les Cinquante, The 50 brings together fifty contestants in a sprawling palace with no fixed rules. The format encourages unpredictability, chaos, and constant pressure, ensuring viewers are in for an intense experience.
Reports suggest The 50 will feature a mix of celebrities, social media influencers, and former reality TV stars. Rumoured participants include Yuzvendra Chahal, Dhanashree Verma, Tanya Mittal, Kusha Kapila, Saba Azad, Emiway Bantai, Shweta Tiwari, Nikki Tamboli, Imran Khan, Ankita Lokhande, Anshula Kapoor, Sreesanth, Shiv Thakare, Uorfi Javed, Prateik Sehajpal, and Faisal Shaikh. While the official list is yet to be confirmed, speculation is driving excitement among fans across social media.
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A teaser released by JioHotstar recently featured Farah Khan reacting to The 50. She expressed curiosity about the show’s concept, calling it a game-changer for Indian reality TV. “Reality shows in India have followed a certain pattern for years, and finally The 50 is coming in to shake that up," Farah said. She added that the show’s scale, intensity, and constant pressure make it an unpredictable journey from start to finish, leaving no room for comfort.
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Like Bigg Boss, The 50 will air on ColorsTV and be available for streaming on JioHotstar. The premiere is scheduled for February 1, promising audiences a first look at a format Indian viewers have never experienced. With a combination of celebrity presence, social media influence, and an unusual rule-free setup, The 50 is positioned as one of the most ambitious reality shows in the country.
