03 February,2026 02:17 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Rajat Dalal, Shrutika Arjun and Digvijay Singh Rathee
In the recent episode of The 50, left viewers shocked after an intense altercation inside the house turned physical. During the episode, contestant Rajat Dalal was seen getting physically violent towards Digvijay Singh Rathee, sparking widespread concern among both housemates and the audience.
Shrutika Arjun was quick to react and firmly took a stand against the incident. Addressing the situation head-on, she called out the act of violence and clearly stated, "koi kisi pe haath nahi utha sakta," underlining her zero-tolerance stance towards physical aggression. Her strong words resonated inside the house and struck a chord with viewers watching the episode unfold on television.
As shown in the episode, the confrontation began as a verbal disagreement but escalated when Rajat resorted to physical action. While arguments are common in high-pressure reality shows, the moment crossed a line once it turned violent. Digvijay appeared visibly disturbed, and Shrutika's intervention played a crucial role in highlighting the seriousness of the situation.
Following the telecast, social media was abuzz with reactions from viewers who praised Shrutika for speaking up and standing by Digvijay. Many applauded her courage and responsibility, noting that such behaviour must be called out, especially on a public platform like reality television.
The incident has since triggered discussions about discipline, accountability, and boundaries within competitive shows. Shrutika Arjun's stand not only reinforced the importance of respect and safety inside the house but also sent out a clear message that violence cannot be justified in the name of the game.
The episode serves as a reminder that while competition is intense, humanity and respect must always take precedence.
The incident did not sit well with viewers, who took to social media to condemn Rajat's actions. One user wrote, "This is disgusting. Violence should never be promoted on reality TV." Another commented, "He could have seriously hurt him. Throw him out of the show." Several users branded Rajat a "gunda," with one remarking, "Once a gunda, always a gunda, this behaviour says it all."
The controversy also drew reactions from within the reality TV fraternity. Former Splitsvilla contestant Harsh Arora, who has previously shared the screen with Digvijay, spoke out against the incident, stating, "Violence is not entertainment, and silence only normalises it." He further added, "Real strength is self-control, not aggression. Reality shows should not glorify physical attacks."
As the clip continues to circulate, many viewers are questioning how such scenes are allowed to air without immediate consequences. The incident has reignited a larger debate around safety, accountability and boundaries in reality television, with audiences demanding stricter action against contestants who resort to violence.
With The 50 set to unfold further, all eyes are now on the show's makers to see how they address the incident and whether Rajat Dalal will face any repercussions for his actions. It will be interesting to see what next would happen in the house.
