05 February,2026 12:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Fight between Archit Kaushik and Maxtern
The latest episode of the reality competition The 50 delivered a powerful mix of drama, confrontations, eliminations, and emotional moments that kept viewers on edge. From heated verbal arguments to a shocking physical altercation, the instalment proved once again why the show continues to dominate online conversations.
The episode opened with The Lion, the show's commanding authority figure, asking contestants to vote to save their preferred players from elimination. Eleven contestants landed in the "unsafe zone," including Faiz, Bebika, Sammy, Tejaswi, Khanzaadi, Monalisa, Aarya, Sapna Chaudhary, Saurabh Ghadge, Maxtern, and Sumaira Shaikh. When the votes were counted, Saurabh and Sumaira were eliminated after receiving no support from fellow contestants, marking an emotional exit from the competition.
As the remaining participants regrouped, tensions quickly surfaced inside the house. Lakshay and Lovekesh were seen openly mocking Digvijay Singh Rathee, calling him "negative" and questioning his intelligence. Their remarks contributed to a charged atmosphere that hinted at more explosive moments ahead.
The show soon introduced the Brain Game task, designed to test contestants' strategy, logic, and ability to remain calm under pressure. However, what was meant to be a mental challenge quickly triggered disagreements, proving that even strategic tasks can spiral into personal conflicts within the high-stakes environment of the show.
One of the most talked-about incidents involved Prince Narula and Rajat Dalal. What began as a disagreement over nominations escalated into a fierce confrontation. Prince accused Rajat of deliberately influencing nominations against him and mocking his performance. Rajat, however, stood his ground, boasting about his own achievements and refusing to apologise. Tempers flared as the two exchanged sharp remarks, but the tension eventually eased, and the duo appeared to reach a brief understanding.
The drama intensified when Maxtern targeted internet personality Elvish Yadav, despite Elvish not being a contestant on the show. Maxtern alleged that Elvish engages in negative public relations and criticised his past behaviour on reality television, sparking outrage among those loyal to the influencer.
Elvish's friend and fellow contestant Archit Kaushik reacted strongly to the comments. In a startling moment that left housemates stunned, Archit physically charged at Maxtern, turning a verbal dispute into a shocking physical confrontation. The incident highlighted how outside rivalries and digital feuds are increasingly influencing dynamics inside the house.
Overall, the episode underscored the volatile blend of strategy, emotions, and personal vendettas that defines The 50. With alliances shifting and tempers running high, viewers are now eagerly waiting to see how these conflicts shape the game in the episodes to come.
