Updated On: 15 January, 2026 04:50 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Reality show The 50 has announced Karan Patel as its first confirmed contestant. Excited by the game-based format, he promises honest, positive gameplay and healthy competition as the Banijay-owned show prepares for its India debut on JioHotstar and Colors

Karan Patel
Reality show The 50 has kicked off its contestant reveal with a strong opening move, announcing television actor Karan Patel as the first confirmed participant on the show. A globally acclaimed reality competition format owned by Banijay, The 50 is now set to make its much-anticipated debut in India. The show will stream on JioHotstar and air on Colors, bringing together a diverse mix of personalities in a high-stakes social and strategic game.
A prominent name in Indian television, Karan Patel is best known for his impactful performances and outspoken personality. Over the years, he has built a reputation for being candid, competitive, and unafraid to voice his opinions, traits that have consistently kept him in the spotlight, both in fiction and reality formats.