The smash reality show The 50 began with a bang when contestant Sagar Thakur, also known as Maxtern, made a bombshell claim about fellow YouTuber Elvish Yadav regarding a mysterious Rs 1 lakh payment. The premiere, which saw 50 celebrities enter the “Lion’s Palace,” set the stage for high-stakes drama with this bombshell revelation about a 2024 viral feud.
What Did Maxtern Reveal About Elvish Yadav?
In a private conversation with fellow contestant Prince Narula aired on the premiere, Maxtern dropped a major allegation. He claimed Elvish Yadav instructed him to check his bank account, where he discovered Yadav had sent him Rs 1 lakh. “I had no idea why the money was deposited,” Maxtern stated, adding that Yadav later proposed they work together. Maxtern said the offer of friendship made him emotional during a difficult mental state, but he accused Yadav of later lying by claiming Maxtern had cursed at his mother.
What Was the Context of the Viral Slap Video?
Maxtern connected the payment to the now-infamous 2024 incident where a video showed Elvish Yadav allegedly slapping him. Maxtern claimed that days before the fight, Yadav asked him to shoot a scene for a delayed music video where Yadav would slap him. The premise of this planned scene, according to Maxtern, was never fully explained. Following the actual altercation, which also involved Elvish’s friend Lakshay Kaushik, a viral clip led to a police complaint where Yadav accused Maxtern of issuing threats.
What Happens Next on The 50?
The confession sets the stage for intense in-show drama, as Lakshay Kaushik is also a contestant on The 50. Maxtern told Prince Narula he plans to confront Lakshay about the money, questioning, “Was it to frame me, or what? I don’t know.” This ensures the off-screen feud will become central to the on-screen strategy, especially since Lakshay later called Maxtern to ask for the Rs 1 lakh to be returned, according to Maxtern’s account.
How Did The 50 Premiere Set the Stage?
The show debuted with 50 contestants—including TV stars Karan Patel, Urvashi Dholakia, and digital creators like Mr Faisu—entering a game with a Rs 50 lakh prize over 50 days. Hosted by a commanding “Lion,” the premiere included the first elimination, but Maxtern’s revelation became the standout moment, instantly blurring the lines between past real-world controversy and current in-game strategy.
