Splitsvilla 16 Contestants
The contestants for Splitsvilla 16 kicked off with 16 eager participants split into the top 8 girls and the top 8 boys in the Pyaar Villa, all vying for love amid the drama.
These folks come from diverse spots, think Afghanistan to South Africa, and each brings their own vibe, like Sadhaaf Shankar with her international flair or Tayne straight from SA, who might just shake things up with that outsider energy.
It's kinda wild how the show always pulls in such a mix; remember last season's surprise connections? This time, the girls include standouts like Akanksha Choudhary from Jaipur, who's got that confident spark, and Soundharya Shetty from Mangalore, probably ready to turn heads.
The boys? Chakshdeep Singh from Ghaziabad seems like the strong, silent type, while Yogesh from Haldwani might drop some unexpected humor. Fingers crossed for fewer ego clashes than usual. Oh, and there's another 16 hidden in the Paisa Villa, teasing more twists soon. Here's a quick rundown:
Girls:
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Sadhaaf Shankar (Afghanistan) – Bringing global charm.
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Akanksha Choudhary (Jaipur) – Bold and unfiltered.
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Anjali (Bangalore) – Tech-savvy with a soft side?
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Soundharya Shetty (Mangalore) – Beachy vibes all the way.
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Anisha Shinde (Mumbai) – City girl energy.
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Diksha Pawar (Gurgaon) – Fitness fanatic, maybe?
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Simran (Mumbai) – Drama-ready, in the best way.
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Suzzane (Mumbai) – Mysterious and intriguing.
Boys:
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Chakshdeep Singh (Ghaziabad) – The reliable anchor.
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Yogesh (Haldwani) – Humble with hidden depths.
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Sorab Bedi (Gurgaon) – Charmer alert.
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Anuj Sharma (Delhi) – Straight-talking dude.
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Tayne (South Africa) – Exotic wildcard.
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Ayush Sharma (Yavatmal) – Small-town heartthrob.
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Harshit (Didihat) – Adventure seeker.
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Himanshu Arora (Chandigarh) – Smooth operator.
Exciting to see how alliances form bet there'll be at least one "what were they thinking?" moment early on.
Where to Watch Splitsvilla?
Catch Splitsvilla on MTV or stream it on JioCinema, easy as that for Indian viewers. No fancy subscriptions needed beyond the basics, which is a relief in this era of endless apps.
Sometimes it's fun binging late at night, popcorn in hand, yelling at the screen over bad decisions. Shot in stunning Mahabalipuram, the visuals alone make it worth tuning in to those beach backdrops? Dreamy, even if the arguments get heated.
Splitsvilla Release Date
Splitsvilla dropped its first episode on January 9, 2026, right on time to spice up the new year. Fresh off the premiere, episodes roll out every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 7 p,m perfect for weekend vibes, though it means dodging spoilers if you're catching up. Kinda funny how these shows time it just when everyone's settling into post-holiday routines.
About Splitsvilla
Splitsvilla is MTV India's iconic dating reality show, now in its 16th season, where singles navigate love, betrayals, and challenges for a shot at romance and maybe a prize.
This year's twist, "Pyaar Ya Paisa," pits genuine connections against cash temptations, with two villas adding layers of strategy. Hosted by Sunny Leone as Queen of Hearts, Karan Kundrra as King, plus mischief from Nia Sharma and Uorfi Javed, it's got that chaotic energy we crave.
Been around since 2008, evolving from simple dates to full-on villa wars; one anecdote from past seasons? That time a contestant faked a backstory for sympathy, hilarious in hindsight, but tense live. It's addictive, flaws and all, reminding us love's messy but entertaining.
Disclaimer:
Information about Splitsvilla 16 contestants, telecast details, and streaming platforms is based on publicly available updates and may change without prior notice. Viewers are advised to cross-check schedules, episode timings, and line-ups with official MTV and JioCinema sources before relying on this content for decisions or reporting.
