The wait is over, and The 50 has officially arrived with a thunderous debut. Episode 1 of the much-hyped reality show didn’t waste a second easing viewers in. From power-packed entries and fierce leadership battles to a ruthless first elimination, the premiere episode set the tone for a season driven by strategy, survival, and sheer willpower.
With 50 well-known faces stepping into the arena and only the smartest destined to last, The 50 promises chaos, competition, and constant curveballs, and Episode 1 delivered exactly that.
A Grand Opening Ruled by The Lion
The show opens with an imposing introduction by The Lion, the authoritative figure who controls the game and its shifting dynamics. His first move? Announcing the initial pecking order and naming the first 10 captains, instantly dividing the house and igniting early power plays.
The first set of captains included Karan Patel, Urvashi Dholakia, Shiv Thakare, Monalisa, Nikki Tamboli, Rajat Dalal, Faisu, Ridhi Dogra, Krishna Shroff, and Prince Narula. Each captain stepped into leadership with a different strategy, hinting at the contrasting gameplay styles viewers can expect as we advance.
Just when contestants thought they had a moment to settle in, the game flipped. Megastar Himesh Reshammiya stormed the stage with a high-octane musical performance, but this wasn’t just entertainment. The performance doubled as a survival trigger, forcing contestants to sprint to the challenge arena as their fate literally hung in the balance.
What followed was a high-intensity task where teams fought with raw energy, urgency, and desperation. Physical endurance met mental grit, and not everyone held their ground.
Urvashi Dholakia found herself moments away from disaster after stumbling dangerously close to the floor. Though shaken, she refused to quit and was lifted emotionally by loud cheers from her teammates, eventually breaking down as the support overwhelmed her.
As the rounds progressed, tensions exploded. Karan Patel and Siddharth Bharadwaj locked horns during the task, sparking a heated argument that underlined just how personal the competition can get.
Results came fast and brutal. Karan Patel’s team dominated Round 1, pushing Urvashi’s team toward elimination danger. Shiv Thakare emerged victorious in Round 2, while Ridhi Dogra’s team faced setbacks. Prince Narula outplayed Monalisa, and Faisu clinched a crucial win in Round 4, sending Rajat Dalal’s team into the danger zone.
One of the episode’s standout moments came when Krishna Shroff made a bold move by leading the first-ever all-women team. The decision shocked many but paid off handsomely, as her team successfully avoided elimination, sending a strong message early in the game.
Who Was Eliminated First on the Show?
By the end of the challenge, the house split sharply; 25 contestants secured immunity, while the remaining 25 battled for survival. The pressure intensified during a musical-chairs-style twist, in which only 15 contestants managed to stay safe. The rest found themselves staring at the first eviction of the season.
That’s when The Lion dropped the ultimate bombshell, the very first elimination of The 50. After a collective vote by the captains, Vansajh Singh was chosen to exit the game. Karan Patel cited Vansajh’s lack of impactful contribution as the key reason behind the decision.
Visibly upset, Vansajh didn’t hold back. He lashed out at the group before making his exit, ending the episode on an emotionally charged and dramatic note.
Episode 1 of The 50 made one thing crystal clear: this is not a show where anyone gets comfortable. Power shifts quickly, alliances are fragile, and every task carries life-or-death consequences within the game.
With rivalries already brewing, bold leadership moves shaking the house, and eliminations starting from day one, The 50 is shaping up to be one of the most unpredictable reality shows of the season. If this explosive premiere is any indication, the road ahead is going to be ruthless and unmissable.
