Most reality show contestants arrive with an agenda, a manufactured persona, and a PR game plan. Digvijay Rathee isn’t most contestants. The 26-year-old from Gurgaon who once won a bronze medal in rifle shooting has quietly built one of Indian reality TV’s most genuine arcs — and The 50 is where it all comes together.
In an exclusive interview with Times of India, Digvijay shared why the show felt like the natural next step after Bigg Boss 18, saying that unlike the BB house, The 50 format allows you to simply be yourself rather than constantly playing the social game. That authenticity is exactly what viewers have responded to.
Across his reality television journey, Digvijay has gone from an aggressive Roadies competitor to someone who describes himself as calmer, more measured, yet fiercer where it counts.
Digvijay Rathee — The 50 Reality TV Journey at a Glance
| Show | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|
| MTV Roadies: Karm Ya Kaand | 2023 | Competed — first major TV break |
| MTV Splitsvilla X5 | 2023–24 | Competed — emotional and strategic game |
| Bigg Boss 18 | 2024 | Wildcard entrant — evicted via housemate votes |
| The 50 | 2026 | Contestant — eliminated due to medical emergency |
The 50 Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Digvijay Singh Rathee |
| Age | 26 (born November 18, 1999) |
| Hometown | Gurgaon, Haryana |
| Profession | Fitness coach, content creator, reality TV star |
| Sports Achievement | Bronze Medal — Chandigarh Rifle Association (2016) |
| The 50 Network | Colors TV / JioHotstar |
| The 50 Premiere | February 1, 2026 |
What Makes His The 50 Journey Special?
Digvijay entered The 50 as a reality show veteran whose journey across formats has shaped his resilience and game sense — bringing prior experience and a competitive fitness background into a more intense power dynamic. Movie Insider
From the very beginning, Digvijay carried himself like a serious contender. Whether in physical challenges or team-based tasks, he showed focus, discipline, and a strong competitive mindset — with one relay challenge win against Riddhi’s team underlining why many consider him one of the most dependable performers inside the Palace.
The drama got real when Rajat Dalal physically attacked Digvijay during a task — a viral slap moment that shocked viewers and reignited a feud that dated back to Bigg Boss 18. IMDb
His eventual exit came not from elimination but a medical emergency — and the fan response was immediate, with “Bring Back Digvijay Rathee” trending on X shortly after. Letterboxd
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