Reality television thrives on suspense. On last-minute twists. On that one big reveal that makes audiences gasp. But sometimes, the internet moves faster than the makers. That seems to be the case with The 50, Banijay Asia’s captive reality show, whose grand finale has already been shot. And now, the winner’s name has reportedly surfaced online. Not Rajat Dalal. Not Prince Narula. Not Mr Faisu. The buzz strongly suggests that Shiv Thakare has lifted the winner’s trophy. Let’s break down what exactly happened.
A Show That Took Over After Bigg Boss 19
The 50 premiered on February 1. The timing was strategic. It replaced Bigg Boss 19 and went on air soon after Gaurav Khanna lifted the winner’s trophy of the Salman Khan-hosted show.
The expectations were massive. Any show stepping into the Bigg Boss slot automatically faces comparisons. Viewers who love intense reality drama are hard to impress.
But, The 50 managed to carve its own identity. Thanks to a strong and diverse contestant lineup, the show gradually picked momentum. Over its run, it became one of the most-streamed shows on JioHotstar.
The format was competitive. The stakes were high. And the contestants came with strong fan bases.
The Final Five And The Grand Finale Shoot
🚨 BREAKING! Shiv Thakare becomes the WINNER of India’s biggest reality show #The50
Congratulations!! 🎊
— BBTak (@BiggBoss_Tak) February 19, 2026
As per social media buzz, the finale was shot on February 19 (Thursday). The four finalists who made it to the ultimate round were:
- Shiv Thakare
- Faisal Shaikh aka Mr Faisu
- Kaka Vikrant (also known as Immortal Kaka)
- Krishna Shroff
- Rajat Dalal
On X, the BBTak handle shared the news and posted:
“BREAKING! Shiv Thakare becomes the WINNER of India’s biggest reality show, The 50.”
The post quickly grabbed attention. Fans began celebrating. Hashtags started trending.
Meanwhile, Times of India TV reportedly learnt from the sets that Shiv Thakare is indeed the winner of the show. However, here’s where things get interesting.
Makers Shot Multiple Winning Moments
In order to maintain suspense, the makers did something clever.
Instead of announcing one winner during the shoot, they filmed the winning moment with all four finalists. Yes, you read that right. Every finalist got their “winning shot” filmed.
This was done deliberately. The official winner will only be announced when the episode airs on March 22.
So technically, the channel hasn’t confirmed anything yet. But if the reports and social media leaks are to be believed, Shiv Thakare has already sealed the deal.
The Puzzle Task That Decided It All
Sources close to The 50 revealed interesting details about the final task. Rajat Dalal reportedly exited in fifth place before the Top 4 locked horns for the trophy. The final four were:
- Mr Faisu
- Immortal Kaka
- Krishna Shroff
- Shiv Thakare
For the finale, the makers introduced a “Puzzle” task. Timing played a crucial role.
Each contestant had to solve the puzzle individually. The remaining three contestants were not allowed to watch the performance. It was a test of focus. Nerves. And mental agility.
Here’s how it unfolded:
Immortal Kaka went first. He failed to solve the puzzle. Next was Krishna Shroff, who completed it in approximately 25 minutes. After her came Shiv Thakare. He solved the puzzle in approximately 10 minutes. A commanding performance.
Mr Faisu was the last to attempt the task. He initially completed the puzzle incorrectly. The Lion informed him that it had not been solved properly. He tried again and finished it in approximately 14 minutes.
Based purely on timing, Shiv Thakare clearly emerged ahead of the competition.
But then came a surprising twist. The makers decided to keep the winner under wraps. And that is why they filmed victory sequences with all four finalists.
Shiv Thakare And His Reality Show Legacy
For those who follow reality television closely, Shiv winning would not be entirely shocking.
He is a seasoned player. Calm under pressure. And extremely popular among viewers.
Shiv has previously featured in:
- MTV Roadies
- Bigg Boss Marathi
- Bigg Boss 16
- Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa
He understands the dynamics of such formats. The strategies. The endurance required. The pressure of public scrutiny.
If the leak turns out to be true, The 50 would become another major feather in his cap.
A Star-Studded Season
This season of The 50 featured some of the biggest names from television and reality space. Contestants included:
- Karan Patel
- Manisha Rani
- Lovekesh Kataria
- Urvashi Dholakia
- Yuvika Choudhary
- Ridhi Dogra
- Prince Narula
- Ridhima Pandit
- Divya Agarwal
- Nikki Tamboli
With such a powerful lineup, expectations were sky-high. And the finale lived up to that hype.
Conclusion: Leak Or Masterstroke?
The internet says Shiv Thakare has won. Social media posts are circulating. Fan clubs are already celebrating.
But officially, the winner will only be revealed on March 22.
Was this a genuine leak? Or a strategic move to amplify anticipation? Only time will tell.
Until then, the buzz continues. And if the reports hold true, Shiv Thakare has once again proven why he is one of the strongest reality show contenders in India today.
The trophy may be under wraps for now. But the conversation has already begun.
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