In a finale that kept fans on the edge of their seats, Shiv Thakare emerged as the ultimate champion of the very first season of The 50. Known for his heart-on-sleeve gameplay and strategic mind, Shiv defeated some of the biggest names in the industry to clinch the title.
The Final Stand: Who Were the Top 5?
The show started with 50 celebrities, but the final battle came down to five formidable players:
- Shiv Thakare (Winner)
- Faisal Shaikh / Mr. Faisu (Runner-up)
- Rajat Dalal (3rd Place)
- Krishna Shroff (4th Place)
- Immortal Kaka (5th Place)
2. The Winning Moment: A Race Against Time
Congratulations Shiv on winning The 50 🏆
A journey built on consistency, resilience, and quiet dominance.
Long overdue, but perfectly timed. A truly deserving winner. 🔥#ShivThakare #The50GrandFinale #The50pic.twitter.com/LOOlVgdVr2
— Truth Slayer (@TruthSlayer_24) March 22, 2026
The grand finale task was a complex “Puzzle Challenge” where timing was everything.
- The Task: Each finalist had to solve a massive 3D puzzle individually.
- The Speed: Shiv Thakare showed incredible focus, completing his puzzle in approximately 10 minutes, narrowly beating Mr. Faisu, who finished in about 14 minutes.
- The Twist: Earlier in the week, Shiv was actually eliminated during the “Ticket to Finale” round. However, in a legendary move, Prince Narula sacrificed his own spot to bring Shiv back, saying he wanted to see the best competition in the final.
3. The Prize Money: A Life-Changing Gift for a Fan
The most unique part of The 50 is that the winner doesn’t keep the cash—their fans do!
- The Amount: ₹50 Lakh
- The Lucky Winner: Sitaram Pralhad Aghav, a dedicated follower of Shiv Thakare, was declared the winner of the prize pot.
- Heartwarming Story: Sitaram, whose family is into farming, shared that he plans to use the money to buy a house and a car for his parents.
4. Shiv Thakare’s Reality Show Legacy
With this victory, Shiv Thakare has solidified his spot as one of India’s most successful reality stars:
- Winner: Bigg Boss Marathi Season 2
- Winner: The 50 (Season 1)
- Runner-up: Bigg Boss 16
- Finalist: MTV Roadies Rising and Khatron Ke Khiladi 13
5. What’s Next for The 50?
The show has been a massive hit for Banijay Asia and JioHotstar. Due to the high viewership and “Squid Game meets Bigg Boss” vibe, rumors of Season 2 are already circulating for early 2027.
Conclusion
Shiv Thakare’s win is a victory for his massive “Shiv-Sena” (fanbase) and a testament to his “never give up” attitude. From selling milk and newspapers in Amravati to winning the biggest show in the country, his journey continues to inspire millions.
