Actor Sahil Anand has spoken candidly about his conscious decision to avoid being typecast in the entertainment industry and how that choice eventually led him to one of the most challenging and meaningful roles of his career in the upcoming film Godaan. Looking back at his journey, Sahil admitted that the path he chose was far from easy, but it was driven by a desire to grow as an actor and take on roles with depth. Sahil Anand on getting typecast after Student of The Year After his appearance in Student of the Year, Sahil revealed that he was repeatedly offered comedy roles. “I could have continued doing only funny characters, but I chose not to,” he said. According to the actor, casting directors often viewed him as a stereotypical comic Punjabi character. “I kept saying no because I wanted to explore different roles,” he added. Sahil acknowledged that this decision slowed his progress in the industry. “That’s why it has taken me so long to make my mark,” he explained. “In this industry, once a role becomes popular, people start seeing you only in that way. I wanted every character I play to be different from the last.” For Sahil, building a varied body of work mattered more than quick success. Sahil Anand on returning with Godaan The actor described Godaan as a turning point in his career and a powerful learning experience. “This film taught me things I had never experienced before,” he shared. “I had never worked with any animal not a dog, not a monkey and here I was acting with a cow.” The experience, he said, was physically demanding and mentally intense. Despite the challenges, Sahil found the process unexpectedly calming. “It takes a toll on you, but at the same time it is very peaceful,” he said. “I realised that what was written in the script about the cow was actually true. Just being around her, touching her, sitting quietly it relaxes you.” Calling Godaan the most different role of his career, Sahil said the challenge pushed him to grow as a performer. “No one has really done this before, and I knew it would not be easy. But I knew I had to crack it and I did.” Godaan is scheduled to release in theatres on February 6, 2026.
03 February,2026 05:58 PM IST | Mumbai | Shruti SampatThe 50, India’s newest reality sensation has just kicked off on JioHotstar and Colors, and it’s already becoming a talking point across social media and the entertainment world. With high-octane drama, bold personalities, and unexpected twists, the show has carved out a name for itself in record time. Khanzadi spoke up during a tense discussion with Prince Narula on The 50 following Vanshaj’s elimination, firmly defending his presence in the game. Khanzadi speaks in support of Vanshaj Responding to Prince Narula’s remarks, Khanzadi made it clear that constant interaction isn’t the only measure of a contestant’s worth in the show. Sharing her perspective, Khanzadi said, “Zaroori nahi hai ki main interact karu ya nahi but that guy (Vanshaj) was doing good. Pehle din mein main kisiko personality ke basis pe judge nahi karungi, pehle din mein main performance ke basis pe judge karungi aur ek din mein sab hi ke naam janna possible nahi hai.” Her statement highlighted the pressure of forming quick judgments in a format where contestants are still getting to know each other. Khanzadi emphasized that The 50 is a game of observation as much as participation, and not every contestant gets equal time or opportunity to showcase their strengths in the early days. She pointed out that Vanshaj was performing well in his own space, even if he hadn’t yet built strong personal equations within the group. The moment stood out as Khanzadi chose honesty over group consensus, calling for patience and fairness in evaluating players so early in the game. Her stance also reflected a broader reality of the show, where first impressions, limited interactions, and fast-paced eliminations often influence decisions more than actual performance. With this response, Khanzadi once again showed her unfiltered approach in The 50, unafraid to voice her opinion even when it meant standing against strong personalities in the palace. Khanzadi raps her way into The 50 Khanzadi made a striking entry into The 50, setting the tone inside the palace with her raw energy and unapologetic confidence. Known for her bold personality and love for music, the rapper didn’t wait long to make her presence felt; she grabbed the mic and let her words do the talking. As the palace settled into its first impressions and power equations began to form, Khanzadi’s rap instantly shifted the mood. Her performance wasn’t just about entertainment; it was a statement. With sharp lyrics and fearless delivery, she brought her real self into the game, making it clear that she’s here to stand out, not blend in. The moment caught the attention of fellow contestants, breaking the ice in a space filled with anticipation and strategy. While some players are still testing the waters, Khanzadi chose expression over hesitation, using music as her introduction to The 50. It reflected her instinctive approach: say it how it is, and own it. The 50 streams everyday on JioHotstar at 9:00 PM and airing at 10:30PM on Colors.
03 February,2026 04:10 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIn 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 takes a stand against violence 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. Netizens call Rajat Dalal a 'gunda' 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.
03 February,2026 02:17 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSagar Thakur, widely known as Maxtern, made explosive claims about his past conflict with Elvish Yadav during his appearance on the reality show The 50. Opening up about the controversy that dominated social media in 2024, Maxtern alleged that Elvish had transferred Rs 1 lakh to his bank account shortly before their public fallout, leaving him confused about the intent behind the transaction. Maxtern accuses Elvish Yadav of sending Rs 1 lakh before the fight Speaking on the show, Maxtern recalled, “Elvish asked me to check my bank account, and when I did, I saw that he had sent me Rs 1 lakh.” He said the money came without any prior explanation. “I didn’t understand why the money was deposited. Later, he told me that we should work together,” Maxtern added. The influencer admitted he was emotionally vulnerable at the time. “I wasn’t in a good mental space, and when someone offers friendship in that phase, it makes you emotional,” he said. However, he claimed that the situation escalated when Elvish accused him of abusing his mother. “He lied and said that I had cussed at his mother,” Maxtern alleged, suggesting that the narrative was deliberately twisted against him. Maxtern accuses Elvish Yadav of framing him Maxtern also spoke about being asked to participate in a music video that allegedly included a slap scene involving Elvish. “I did wonder why such a scene was being added, but I thought we are artists and fight scenes are common in videos,” he explained. According to him, the video’s release was followed by a wave of online trolling. “When memes suddenly start circulating like that, you know it’s manufactured,” he claimed, hinting at a coordinated attempt to malign his image. Adding another layer to the controversy, Maxtern said that he was later asked to return the Rs 1 lakh. “Lakshay Kaushik told me to send the money back,” he stated, questioning the motive behind the entire episode. “Was this done to frame me or for something else? I don’t know. I will confront Lakshay about it,” he added. The 2024 incident had triggered widespread outrage after a video allegedly showing Elvish assaulting Maxtern went viral, leading to an FIR. The matter was later resolved, with both parties publicly calling the incident a “misunderstanding.”
03 February,2026 11:54 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActress Rupali Ganguly recreated the iconic song Teri Dulhan Sajaoongi, originally featuring Priyanka Chopra and Bipasha Basu, with her mother and shared a glimpse of the fun moment on social media. Taking to Instagram, Rupali posted a dance reel featuring her mother, captioning it, “Dance hits different when mummy is in the frame,” along with hashtags MummyLove, DanceReel, FamilyMoments, TrendingReel and MaldivesMasti. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rupali Ganguly (@rupaliganguly) In the video, Rupali is seen grooving to the popular track while her mother and sister join her, adding a warm and playful touch to the performance. The Teri Dulhan Sajaoongi track has been crooned by Alka Yagnik, Kailash Kher, and Priyanka Chopra with composition by Nadeem Saifi and Shravan Rathod. The lyrics of the song have been provided by Sameer. The song is from the 2002 film Barsaat, which is directed by Suneel Darshan. It stars Bobby Deol, Priyanka, and Bipasha. The plot of the film is loosely based on the 2002 American film Sweet Home Alabama. It follows the story of Arav, an ambitious man, who travels to the US to seek better opportunities and falls in love with Anna, who is unaware of his previous marriage. Talking about Rupali, she is one of the highest-paid television actresses in India. The actress is best known for portraying Monisha Singh Sarabhai in the sitcom Sarabhai vs Sarabhai and Anupamaa Shah in the drama Anupamaa. She made her acting debut at age seven, in her father's directorial venture Saaheb in 1985. Rupali featured opposite Tapas Paul in her father's Bengali film Balidan. Despite the success of the film, she no longer had any further feat in Bengali cinema. The actress later had her breakthrough with her portrayal of Dr. Simran Chopra in the medical drama series Sanjivani: A Medical Boon. She also participated in Bigg Boss 1. The actress was also seen in Ek Packet Umeed and Parvarrish – Kuchh Khattee Kuchh Meethi. Rupali is currently seen in Anupamaa. The show is a remake of Star Jalsha's Bengali series Sreemoyee. It is one of the longest-running Indian television soap operas. Rupali Ganguly plays the titular role and formerly starred Sudhanshu Pandey, Madalsa Sharma, and Gaurav Khanna. Since October 2024, the series stars Rupali with Adrija Roy and Shivam Khajuria as second-generation leads. The show revolves around Anupamaa Shah, a selfless homemaker who reclaims her identity after being taken for granted by her family. After discovering her husband’s infidelity, she chooses self-respect, independence, and personal growth, navigating relationships and societal expectations while redefining her role in life. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
03 February,2026 10:28 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSThe tension inside The 50 escalated sharply as Prince Narula and Sagar Thakur, popularly known as Maxtern, made serious allegations against Bigg Boss OTT 2 winner Elvish Yadav, revisiting past conflicts that have continued to follow them into the reality show. Maxtern opened up about the fallout with Elvish Yadav Maxtern opened up about his earlier fallout with Elvish and claimed he deliberately chose not to speak publicly after their fight. “Main kahin par bhi nahi bol raha tha ke ye banda mummy waala victim card khelta hai. Mere liye ye tha ke ladai khatam hogayi, na main tere baare mein bolunga na tum mere baare mein bol,” he said, explaining that he believed the matter was closed. However, Maxtern alleged that Elvish continued to mock him on other platforms despite their supposed truce. “Aap reality show mein jaake mera mazak kyu uda rahe ho? Koi sense nahi banta kyunki aapki audience ka low IQ hai,” he stated, expressing frustration over being ridiculed publicly. He further added, “He knows he can say anything behind my back, but when he is scared of facing me. I’ve seen that fear on his face. Woh proper reel gangster hai, real gangster ban he nahi sakta.” Prince Narula made serious allegations against Elvish Yadav Reflecting on his own mistakes, Maxtern admitted, “Meri kismet ye kharab thi ke main apne saath dost nahi leke gaya tha,” hinting that he felt vulnerable during the controversy without a strong support system. Prince Narula then made explosive allegations of his own, claiming that Elvish attempted to intimidate him outside the show. “He made many gangster call me and threaten me, but I did not listen to anyone,” Prince alleged, asserting that he stood his ground despite the threats. Taking a dig at Elvish’s public image, Prince added, “Where I have reached in life, he can’t even think of reaching there.” Prince further claimed that Elvish avoided direct confrontation. “When I reached there, he ran away to Goa,” he said, before dismissing the influencer’s tough persona. “Bhai woh reel ka badmash hai, logon ne uska hawa bana diya hai ke gangster hai.” The statements have intensified the already charged atmosphere on The 50, leaving viewers eager to see whether Elvish Yadav will respond to the accusations. With unresolved animosity spilling into the show, the rivalry has emerged as one of the most talked-about storylines of the season.
03 February,2026 09:32 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentHe saves every penny for his family’s future — food on the table, education for his children, and a permanent roof over their heads. That’s the quintessential Indian middle-class father, whose struggles are universally relatable. For Rajendra Chawla, this emotional reality hits especially close to home. Playing Srinivas, a middle-class father who spends decades trying to build a home for his wife and five children in the new daily soap Lakshmi Niwas, is a journey the actor deeply understands. “My character of Srinivas is just like me,” he says. In a candid conversation with mid-day, Chawla explains how his father became his biggest inspiration for the role, his process of portraying Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, and why TV storytelling often needs to be melodramatic and loud. Excerpts from the interview. Srinivas feels like every middle-class dad. Is there a way you tried to make it more realistic?My character Srinivas is like me, so I didn’t have to follow anyone. [Like in the show], during conversations with my two daughters, arguments do happen, but it’s not that negative. I think I have become like my father with time. We were seven siblings, the responsibilities that he undertook is what I am doing. I have taken inspiration from my father and myself. Rajendra Chawla as Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in ‘Freedom at Midnight’ Does any specific scene remind you of your father?No specific incident, but I do recollect that this habit of doing everything for the family’s happiness comes from my father. He got six of us married before he left, he also helped people [in the community] to get married, never expecting anything in return, nor did he impose his importance, and people respected him for that. Maybe the situations in this story are different from my real life, but the core emotion is the same, which I believe gets translated onscreen. I am also someone who lives for my wife and kids, and their better future. Of course, there are disagreements, but we discuss and move on. Like Srinivas and Lakshmi, no matter the issue, parents will not abandon their kids. They’ll reprimand them, but there is no hatred. That’s the core plot. How was your journey to buying your first house?It took 20 years of struggle to realise that dream and build my own home. It was my father who took me to the bank to open a Fixed Deposit (FD) account of Rs 11,000; it was a huge amount back then. I was shocked to say the least, but he told me that he was not giving me the money, instead he was injecting a habit of saving with this. I got used to doing it over the years. It was with those FDs that I finally bought my house. Rajendra Chawla and Manasi Joshi Roy in ‘Lakshmi Niwas’ Considering you have experienced both OTT and TV, how do you keep the balance between melodrama and realistic performances?It feels like there is a lot of melodrama on TV because the people watching it [face] ample distractions during an episode. From the doorbell ringing, children crying, to neighbours fighting, it is all happening when the show is airing. To cut across all that noise, you have to use a higher decibel. That is what TV is doing, woh haq se, chillake, kahaani batane ki koshish kar rahi hai. For OTT and films, people take time out and watch with the right mindset. That’s why TV is loud. We love larger than life stories in South movies, stunts that you know are not humanly possible, like people flying in the air with one kick or cars flying; we reward them with Rs 1000 crores at the box office because we love watching it. Then why do we complain when TV does something that is [over-the top]? Underplaying a scene for the sake of underplaying is a crime for me. Now we are overacting the underplay. You have to understand the background of the character, where he/she hails from. When someone dies in a slum dweller’s family, his/her reaction cannot be the same as someone from the affluent society. Your expressions depend on the personality, education, and surroundings the character has grown up with. In addition to that, we are Indians, our emotions are anyway 10 per cent higher. Our dadis cried by beating their chest, that was not over-the-top, that is reality. What do you focus on to portray a character like Srinivas or Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in ‘Freedom at Midnight’ — body language, voice, psychology?Srinivas is inspired by my father and myself. When you think of your father, you will remember his mannerisms, the way walks and talks, it’s something in our core memory, and comes naturally when you play a similar character. As for Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, there isn’t much footage about him in the public domain. We only saw a few public speeches, and I tried to imbibe his body language as much as I could. Nikkhil Advani’s [director] diktat was to make the characters human. They may be larger than life now, but when you play them, you can’t put them on that pedestal. Sardar and Ironman were tags bestowed on him, it was not created by him. What scares you more today — being irrelevant or being repetitive?Both actually. Repetitive because in the industry that is a format. People have done over [100-200] films in similar types of roles, in fact, sometimes the audience also wants to see them in those same avatars. It is now that things are changing where realistic cinema has got commercial viability. But it was the need of that time and many [senior] actors have done that throughout their career. I don’t know if I have done good or bad in a role, but I have always been truthful and that I believe reflects on screen. Another season for ‘Freedom at Midnight’? Rajendra Chawla shares that the series was based on Larry Collins and Dominique Lapierre’s book. “The series ended where the book did. The story was concluded in 1948.”
03 February,2026 08:26 AM IST | Mumbai | Letty Mariam AbrahamBack to daily dose of daily soap As ‘Mangal Lakshmi’ takes a five-year leap, Avinash Sachdev joins the show as Jairaj Raizada, who alters Mangal’s (Deepika Singh) professional space. Their interactions lead to immediate friction. Mangal challenges his belief that authority and decision-making belong only to men. Jairaj is obsessed with control and career advancement. The show marks Sachdev’s return to TV after his 2019 daily soap, ‘Main Bhi Ardhangini’. He was last seen in the series ‘Bhay: The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery’ (2025). Story abhi baaki hai Sharad Kelkar and Niharika Chouksey ‘Tumm Se Tumm Tak’ recently featured a track in which Arya (Sharad Kelkar) planned a proposal for Anu (Niharika Chouksey) during a trip to Kashmir. Anu’s unexpected rejection has triggered an emotional wave online with fans expressing their disappointment. Responding to the feedback, Chouksey shares, “Fans have been spamming my inbox. I understand why they feel that way. But I hope the audience understands that Anu also has her own reasons.”
03 February,2026 08:16 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist TeamThe 50 premiered on February 1 with a roaring start amid controversies and drama on day 1 itself. Vanshaj Singh became the first contestant to be evicted from the show. The content creator was clearly not happy with co-contestants Prince Narula and Karan Patel for evicting him. He slammed the two on social media and also leaked chats with Prince's team. Vanshaj Singh slams Karan Patel, Prince Narula Taking to his Instagram stories, Vanshaj called Prince and Karan ‘absolute clowns’. The 22-year-old was evicted by the captains of the first Arena challenge during the first episode. He took to Instagram and slammed Prince and Karan for their decision, saying, “Performed my task in a TASK-ORIENTED show + helped my team, got voted out for having least interaction? KARAN & PRINCE ABSOLUTE CLOWNS.” He also wrote about Prince, “didnt even consider the performance in a TASK ORIENTED SHOW & eliminated because a 22yr old kid didnt talk to.” Slamming Karan, he wrote, “i hope your weak old joints pain today, you deserve to be sent to an old-age home, you have made a life time hater, i will keep reminding you my name for next 10 years, budhu budha (stupid old man).” He then went on to mock Prince, writing, “Hi guys, it’s me Prince Narula. I spent my life influencing individuality and fighting against the industry. I manipulate 10,000 young kids every year, but I am also a hypocrite because I am everything I stand against. I make groups, manipulate, and do politics & eliminated Vanshaj because he didn’t talk to me.” Vanshaj Singh leaks chats with Prince Narula’s team After his posts, Vanshaj shared another story where he claimed that Prince’s team reached out to him. He even shared a screenshot which read, “Hey Vanshaj, Team Prince Narula this side. No personal hate, and we don’t need any controversy. Show ko show ki tarah lo and move on. Don’t post stories like this. In fact, we were about to post a story for you, buddy.” Mocking his team, Vanshaj added, “I am Prince Narula team. Why you put story? No controversy plz. We were about to give you a shoutout. What happened if we eliminated you for no reason?” (sic) The 50 promises to bring 50 well-known personalities from television, film and the social media world. The contestants include Divya Agarwal, Neelam Giri, Nikki Tamboli, Faisal Shaikh aka Faisu, Shiv Thakare, and Archana Gautam, among many others.
02 February,2026 05:46 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentWheel of Fortune, hosted by Akshay Kumar , brings together quick thinking, banter, high-stakes gameplay, and non-stop entertainment. The format holds the Guinness World Records title as the World’s Most Popular TV Game Show, has won the Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Game Show, and has been recognised by Variety Magazine as the Most-Watched Entertainment Show on American Television. The recent promo of Wheel of Fortune captures a hilarious moment as Akshay Kumar playfully asks the audience and contestants about forgotten anniversaries. Akshay’s humorous talk sparks a wave of laughter, setting the tone for a fun-filled episode that promises nonstop entertainment. Akshay Kumar pokes fun at men who forget anniversaries Akshay Kumar was seen setting a lively mood on the sets of Wheel of Fortune. With his trademark humour, Akshay asked, “kon kon hai jo kabhi apne anniversary bhula hai , prompting one of the contestants’ husbands to raise his hand, instantly sending the audience into laughter with loud claps and cheers. Akshay continued, “ maine ye kehna chahta hu ke anniversary bhune wale insaan keliye punishment honi chaiye”, to which a contestant from the back instantly agreed, saying, “bilkul honi chaiye” . Taking the humour a notch higher, he added, “agar koi biwi ka birthday bhule toh sone ka haar, anniversary bhule toh diamond ka haarr, aur biwi ko bhul gaye toh chandan ka har vo bhi apne upar, barabar ki nai” , making the entire audience burst out laughing. The fun continues as Akshay Kumar keeps the energy high on Wheel of Fortune, making the episode an enjoyable watch filled with humour and cheerful moments. Shakti Kapoor recalls strict director T Rama Rao In one promo, laughter takes over as Shakti Kapoor shares a hilarious anecdote from his film days, leaving host Akshay Kumar and the audience in stitches. Setting the tone, Akshay asks Shakti, “Shakti ji, mujhe pata hai aap bahut saari movies karte the. Ek baar T Rama Rao ke set pe pahunche the tab aapse uthak-baithak karwayi thi… aisa kuch hua tha?” Shakti responds with his trademark humour, saying, “Rama Rao ji was very close to me, but he was a very disciplined person like you,” referring to Akshay, before launching into the story. Recalling the incident, Shakti shares, “7 baje bola toh 7 baje. Main 7 baje ke bajay 7:15 pahucha. Zeenat Aman ji bhi aa chuki thi. Phir unhone poocha, ‘Shakti kaha hai?’” Shakti reenacts the moment, mimicking Rama Rao’s strict tone. He adds, “Maine sorry bola, toh unhone kaha, ‘No sorry 15 times sit-ups!’” and the studio erupts into laughter. Don't miss Wheel of Fortune, hosted by Akshay Kumar, airing every Monday to Friday at 9:00 PM on Sony Entertainment Television and Sony LIV.
02 February,2026 05:28 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe reality show The 50 found itself at the centre of controversy immediately after its first elimination, as contestant Vanshaj Singh lashed out at team captains Karan Patel and Prince Narula following his exit. Vanshaj, a YouTuber and digital creator, became the first participant to be eliminated, a decision that quickly sparked debate among viewers and fellow contestants. Vanshaj Singh calls Karan Patel and Prince Narula 'clowns' Soon after the episode aired, Vanshaj took to social media to vent his anger. Expressing disbelief, he wrote, “WTF?” in response to his early elimination. His frustration soon escalated into direct criticism of the captains involved in the decision. In a series of posts, Vanshaj mocked Karan Patel, calling him “mandbudhi,” and added a harsh personal remark, saying, “Hope your weak old joints pain today. You deserve to be sent to an old-age home. You have made a lifetime hater.” Vanshaj also trained his focus on Prince Narula, accusing him of manipulation and politics within the game. He described both captains as “absolute clowns” and claimed his elimination had little to do with performance. “I’ve seen him teach thousands of kids, but he’s a hypocrite. He manipulates and plays politics. I was eliminated just because I didn’t talk to him,” Vanshaj alleged in one of his statements. UNFAIR FOR NEW TALENTS đź’”byu/MistlinedMomentum inThe50IN The elimination took place after the first arena task, where the winning captains were given the authority to eliminate one contestant from the losing team. According to the captains, Vanshaj was selected because he had “the least interaction” with others in the house, a justification that surprised many viewers, given how early the show had begun. Vanshaj Singh talks about his unfair eviction Sharing his side of the story, Vanshaj later explained that he struggled to fit in socially. “Everyone belonged to the same industry or community. I was an outsider,” he said, adding that he had planned to build alliances gradually but was not given enough time. The controversy has divided audiences, with some calling the elimination unfair and politically motivated, while others argue that social dynamics are a crucial part of the game. Regardless, the explosive fallout from the very first eviction has ensured that The 50 has already delivered high drama, setting the tone for a tense and unpredictable season ahead.
02 February,2026 04:59 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
