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The 50 confirmed contestants: Ex-Bigg Boss participants Shiv Thakare, Urvashi Dholakia join reality show

More Bigg Boss contestants have confirmed their entry on the upcoming reality show, The 50. This includes Urvashi Dholakia and Shiv Thakare.

Shaheen Irani
Jan 22, 2026
The 50 confirmed contestants: Ex-Bigg Boss participants Shiv Thakare, Urvashi Dholakia join reality show
The 50

The 50 has got new and exciting updates about the contestants and the house tour. Among the contestants, former Bigg Boss participants like Urvashi Dholakia and Shiv Thakare are joining the reality show. Further, the mahal where the 50 contestants will stay has now opened doors for its tour. Here's the list of confirmed The 50 contestants so far...

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How did Shiv Thakare and Urvashi Dholakia confirm their participation on The 50?

Shiv Thakare and Urvashi Dholakia shared a video of them participating on the reality show, The 50. They each shared their golden ticket confirming they are among the 50 confirmed contestants who will be a part of the reality show.

Who are the other confirmed contestants of The 50?

Karan Patel, Divya Agarwal, Mr. Faisu, Mona Lisa and her husband, Shiny Doshi and Dushyant Kukreja are the confirmed contestants for The 50. They shared their ticket to the mahal on social media to confirm their participation. More contestants like Neelam Giri, Chahat Panday and Hamid Barkzi have joined the crew.

Also Read: The 50 house tour: Inside the opulent Mahal where architecture meets anarchy and the Lion’s Den awaits

What does The 50 mahal look like?

The 50 mahal consists of at least five bedrooms which will host the participants. They each contain a unique style and pattern. Interestingly, the Lion, who will rule over the castle, also lives among them. The Lion takes the room on the top floor.

Is Ajay Devgn hosting The 50?

After various promos suggested that Farah Khan is the host of The 50, a latest promo hinted that Ajay Devgn might be involved with the reality show in some way. "Arre nahi hoon main yaar, The Lion," the actor, in his frustrated tone, stated. The confusion, of course, spread because Ajay is touted as the Singham (Lion) of Bollywood. The official announcement for who is hosting The 50 is yet to take place.

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The 50 FAQs:

Q: When and where can I watch The 50 in India?
A: The 50 is set to premiere on February 1, 2026. It will stream early on the JioHotstar (OTTplay Premium) at 9:00 PM, followed by a television broadcast on Colors TV at 10:30 PM. The show is expected to run for approximately 50 episodes.
Q: Who is the host of The 50?
A: A mysterious masked figure known as "The Lion" rules the game of The 50 and delivers commands within the Mahal.
Q: Who are the confirmed contestants for The 50?
A: The star-studded lineup in The 50 includes 50 celebrities from television and digital backgrounds. Confirmed names include Karan Patel, Faisal Shaikh (Mr Faisu), Divya Agarwal, Urvashi Dholakia, Shiny Doshi, Ridhi Dogra, and the real-life couple Monalisa and Vikrant Singh Rajpoot.

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