by The much-awaited reality show The 50 India has officially begun, and the premiere episode delivered a powerful mix of drama, challenges, surprises, and an early elimination.
With 50 celebrities stepping into the grand Lion’s Palace, Episode 1 set the tone for a season full of alliances, rivalries, and unpredictable twists.
From a special musical task featuring Himesh Reshammiya to the first clash between contestants and the season’s earliest eviction, here is everything that happened in The 50 India Episode 1.
50 Celebrities Enter the Lion’s Palace in a Grand Premiere
The first episode opened with all 50 contestants entering the Lion’s Palace in a dramatic sequence. The cast includes television stars, social media influencers, musicians, and reality show veterans.
Popular faces such as Karan Patel, Prince Narula, Urvashi Dholakia, Ridhi Dogra, Mr Faisu, Nikki Tamboli, Monalisa, Shiv Thakare, and Krishna Shroff immediately caught attention inside the palace.
The scale of the entry itself made it clear that The 50 is designed to be one of the biggest reality show launches of the year.
No Traditional Host: The Lion Explains the Format
One major difference viewers noticed in Episode 1 was the absence of a regular host.
Instead, the mysterious Lion character introduced the rules and structure of the show, highlighting:
- Prize money of Rs 50 lakh
- A competition lasting 50 days
- Constant uncertainty with changing rules
This unique format instantly created suspense, as contestants realized they would be playing under unpredictable conditions.
Captain Twist: Ten Leaders Chosen on Day One
Early in the episode, the Lion shocked everyone by selecting ten contestants as captains.
The chosen captains were:
- Karan Patel
- Urvashi Dholakia
- Shiv Thakare
- Monalisa
- Nikki Tamboli
- Rajat Dalal
- Mr Faisu
- Ridhi Dogra
- Krishna Shroff
- Prince Narula
This twist immediately led to group formations and hinted at future rivalries, as captains began building their teams from the very first day.
Himesh Reshammiya Brings a Musical Task Twist
One of the biggest surprises of Episode 1 was the special appearance of singer and composer Himesh Reshammiya.
The first challenge turned into a music-based task, where contestants had to adapt quickly while his live performance became part of the competition.
This unexpected musical element made the debut task stand out and added entertainment value beyond a typical physical challenge.
First Major Clash: Karan Patel vs Sidharth Bhardwaj
Drama arrived quickly in the premiere episode.
During the debut task, Karan Patel and Sidharth Bhardwaj got into a heated argument, marking the first major confrontation of the season.
The clash became one of the most talked-about moments of Episode 1, proving that strong personalities inside the palace will not hesitate to collide early.
Team Performances: Early Wins and Danger Zone Setbacks
The first round of tasks produced several surprising outcomes:
- Krishna Shroff’s all-women team won despite skepticism
- Nikki Tamboli’s group landed in the danger category
- Prince Narula’s team dominated strongly
- Monalisa’s team faced setbacks
- Shiv Thakare and Karan Patel emerged as early leaders
Urvashi Dholakia struggled during parts of the challenge but continued with support from others, later admitting she felt overwhelmed by the encouragement.
Musical Chairs Twist Secures Safety for 15 Contestants
As the episode progressed, another surprise segment was introduced.
A musical chairs-style round allowed 15 additional contestants to secure safety, shifting the balance of power once again.
By the end of the premiere, only 10 contestants remained in the danger zone.
First Eviction of the Season: Vanshaj Singh Eliminated
The closing moments of Episode 1 delivered a major shock.
The Lion announced the first elimination of the season, and after captains deliberated, Vanshaj Singh became the first contestant voted out.
Reports suggest he was eliminated due to limited interactions and weaker connections inside the palace.
His exit led to disappointment and tense exchanges among contestants.
Prince Narula Completes the Task First, Fan Wins Reward
Another highlight revealed towards the end was that Prince Narula was the first contestant to successfully complete the task.
As a result, one of his fans was rewarded with Rs 1 lakh, adding an audience-driven element to the show’s format.
Prince Narula and Maxtern Discuss Elvish Yadav Feud
Episode 1 ended with contestants beginning to interact more freely inside the main house.
One notable conversation was between Prince Narula and Maxtern, where Maxtern spoke about his alleged past feud with Elvish Yadav.
This suggests that personal rivalries and outside controversies may also become part of the season’s storyline.
Final Thoughts: Episode 1 Sets the Stage for an Explosive Season
The premiere episode of The 50 India delivered everything expected from a high-profile reality launch:
- A grand entry of 50 celebrities
- Captain twist and group politics
- Himesh Reshammiya’s musical challenge
- First major clash
- First eviction shock
- Prince Narula’s strong start
With alliances already forming and tensions rising from Day One, upcoming episodes are expected to bring even bigger twists, eliminations, and rivalries.
Stay tuned for Episode 2 updates and weekly elimination news.
