Neelam Giri, known for her friendship with Tanya Mittal on Salman Khan-hosted Bigg Boss 19, is now ready to start her journey on The 50 with 49 other contestants.

Last Updated: 06.49 PM, Jan 22, 2026
The 50 is one of the most-spoken-about reality shows today. The show, which is scheduled for release soon, has new announcements dropping by almost every hour. Around 20 out of the 50 contestants have been confirmed ahead of the reality show's streaming date. All of this while the host itself remains a mystery. One of the latest names associated with The 50 is that of Neelam Giri. The Bigg Boss 19 contestant, who felt ignored on Salman Khan's reality show, has found her way to The 50.

A Bhojpuri artist, Neelam Giri got fame after coming to Salman Khan's Bigg Boss 19. She was often associated with Tanya Mittal and is the inspiration behind the famous Chai Bana reel. The viral post started after her fight with Awez Darbar inside the Bigg Boss 19 house.
Neelam Giri confirmed that she's a part of The 50 by sharing a reel with the golden ticket. She confirmed the same even with her caption, which confirms that she is back on a reality show after Bigg Boss 19. "I’m really happy to be back with JioHotstar and Colors after Bigg Boss 19, but this time on a completely new reality show, The 50. I had a great journey inside the Bigg Boss house, and I’m excited to start something new. The audience showed me a lot of love, especially for moments like the ‘seedha jaake left le aur chai banna’ and I hope to create many more memorable moments here," she shared.
While the contestants of The 50 are slowly being unveiled, the host itself remains a mystery. Although initially the makers teased that Farah Khan is hosting the show, Ajay Devgn's recent promo has left viewers more confused than ever about who is really associated with The 50 as the Lion.
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.