India's new reality series The 50, an adaptation of a global franchise, is set to premiere on February 1, 2026, on JioHotstar and Colors. Filmmaker Farah Khan will host the show, which promises an unconventional format on a massive scale. Reports suggest a lineup of celebrities and influencers as contestants.
The announcement of The 50 has generated buzz in the Indian entertainment industry as a fresh take on reality television. Premiering on February 1, 2026, the show will air on Colors and stream on JioHotstar, positioning itself as India's biggest reality series to date. Farah Khan, known for her work in film and previous hosting gigs, steps into the role with enthusiasm for its innovative approach.
The series draws from a globally successful reality franchise, adapting its format for Indian audiences with unprecedented scale and intensity. A teaser released by the makers features Khan posing the question of what the show entails, building intrigue ahead of the launch. Reports indicate that The 50 will involve a mix of celebrities, social media influencers, and former reality show participants, shaking up the traditional patterns seen in programs like Bigg Boss and Khatron Ke Khiladi.
Speculated contestants include actor Imran Khan, cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal and his wife Dhanashree Verma, influencer Orry, businesswoman Tanya Mittal, actress Saba Azad (Hrithik Roshan's girlfriend), rapper Emiway Bantai, and others such as Shweta Tiwari, Nikki Tamboli, Ankita Lokhande, Kusha Kapila, Anshula Kapoor, Sreesanth, Shiv Thakare, Uorfi Javed, Prateik Sehajpal, and Faisal Shaikh. Official confirmation on the final list remains pending.
Khan shared her excitement in a statement: “Reality shows in India have followed a certain pattern for years, and finally The 50 is coming in to shake that up. The scale is massive, the number of people is unprecedented, and the constant pressure leaves no room for comfort. That’s exactly what makes it exciting—it’s intense, unpredictable, and a wild ride from start to finish. Comfort zone jaisi cheez yahaan exist hi nahi karti. Having seen and judged almost every kind of reality format, I genuinely believe The 50 will change the way audiences look at reality television.”
With its ambitious vision, The 50 aims to redefine the genre through constant unpredictability and high stakes.
