The 50 contestants revealed: who’s stepping into the game
The makers of The 50 have put together a varied and buzzy mix of TV stars, reality faces, actors and digital influencers. From Manisha Rani’s sharp social-media presence to Abhishek Bajaj’s TV acting pedigree, the roster promises drama, strategy and plenty of entertainment. Below is the full lineup viewers can expect to see when the show kicks off.
Full list of contestants
- Manisha Rani
- Abhishek Bajaj
- Shamita Shetty
- Tejasswi Prakash
- Karan Kundrra
- Rahul Vaidya
- Nikki Tamboli
- Rubina Dilaik
- Jasmin Bhasin
- Munawar Faruqui
- Ankita Lokhande
- Pavitra Punia
- Aly Goni
- Arjun Bijlani
- Mouni Roy
- Rashami Desai
- Sidharth Nigam
- Nia Sharma
- Devoleena Bhattacharjee
- Shilpa Shinde
- Hina Khan
- Shehnaaz Gill
- Karanvir Bohra
- Gautam Gulati
- Pooja Banerjee
- Aashika Bhatia
- Abhinav Shukla
- Karan Mehra
- Prince Narula
- Eijaz Khan
- Mahira Sharma
- Zain Imam
- Sana Makbul
- Vivian Dsena
- Kunal Karan Kapoor
- Manish Paul
- Raqesh Bapat
- Sriti Jha
- Divyanka Tripathi
- Varun Sood
- Afsana Khan
- Pratik Sehajpal
- Shweta Tiwari
- Bharti Singh
- Dino Morea
- Nakuul Mehta
- Abhishek Malik
- Surbhi Chandna
- Arjit Taneja
- Urvashi Dholakia
What this mix means for viewers
The 50’s cast brings together reality veterans, TV heroes and a few digital-native stars. Expect alliances and rivalries to form quickly: reality show survivors like Prince Narula, Aly Goni and Jasmin Bhasin are known for aggressive game play, while actors such as Mouni Roy, Arjun Bijlani and Nakuul Mehta add star value and fan loyalty. Comedians and entertainers like Bharti Singh and Munawar Faruqui will likely keep the mood lively, while strategic players could emerge from the Bigg Boss and Roadies alumni in the line-up.
Key names to watch
- Manisha Rani — strong social presence and quick wit; a potential dark horse.
- Abhishek Bajaj — TV actor with a loyal fan base; could become a public favorite.
- Shamita Shetty and Mouni Roy — two glamorous personalities who can shape public attention.
- Prince Narula and Rahul Vaidya — experienced reality players who know how to play to the camera.
- Bharti Singh and Munawar Faruqui — their comic timing could turn tense moments into must-watch TV.
Format and fan expectations
The show’s format—packed houses, team challenges and public voting—means every episode should spark conversation online and offline. With 50 contestants, the pace will be fast and the stakes high: viewers can expect surprising eliminations, emotional confessions and strategic blindsides. Fan communities will be key; with such a varied cast, social-media campaigns and fan voting will likely decide who stays and who goes.
Final takeaway
This lineup makes The 50 one of the most talked-about reality launches. Whether you follow TV stars, reality favorites or internet celebs, there’s someone to cheer for. As the season unfolds, alliances will form, feuds will flare and a new reality winner will emerge—one who can survive the chaos of fifty strong personalities in one place.