As excitement builds on the grand premiere of The 50, fan speculation has zeroed in on one big question: who exactly is “The Lion”? Although a promo clip features Bollywood star Ajay Devgn strongly denying his involvement, online buzz suggests that creators Abhishek Malhan and Elvish Yadav are the frontrunners.
The show, set to premiere today with a live stream on JioCinema at 9:00 PM and a TV broadcast at 10:30 PM, places 50 contestants in a strategic battle for survival, overseen from the “Lion’s Den” by this unnamed controller. The lack of an official announcement has turned the identity into the show’s first major guessing game.
Why Are Fans Expecting It’s Abhishek Malhan or Elvish Yadav?
As the makers stay silent, followers are analysing social media posts and public appearances. A major clue gaining attention online is a photo of ex-Bigg Boss OTT contestant Abhishek Malhan, aka Fukra Insaan, wearing a jacket with a lion emblem matching the show’s logo. At the same time, Elvish Yadav’s fanbase points to his bold personality and reality TV track record as proof he fits The Lion’s role. With both on the show, fans believe one could be playing a dual character.
How Did Ajay Devgn’s Promo Fuel the Rumors?
A recently released promo featured Devgn humorously addressing the casting rumors. In the clip, he strikes his iconic Singham pose and jokes, “Main vardi wala Lion hoon” (I am the lion in uniform), before firmly stating, “Last time bol raha hoon, main The 50 ka Lion nahi hoon.” Ironically, his direct denial has led some fans to speculate it’s a misdirection, while others cite it as proof the role must be with a figure from the digital world, not Bollywood. His comment that the show looks “quite controversial” has only amplified intrigue.
What Are Other Popular Fan Theories?
Beyond the two frontrunners, online forums and social media threads are rife with alternative guesses. Some speculate The Lion could be a rotating role among top contestants or a panel of judges. Others have mentioned the names of other high-profile players known for strategic gameplay, such as television stars Urvashi Dholakia and Prince Narula, implying that the show may have kept the genuine identity even from the cast. The hypothesis that “The Lion” is actually an AI-powered entity controlled by audience votes has also acquired some currency.
Could The Lion’s Identity Be a Game Twist?
Fans analysing the show believe that exposing The Lion could serve as the first big twist. One popular theory suggests a contestant among the 50 is secretly The Lion, creating an internal mole and adding a meta-strategy from day one. It also proposes that the “Lion’s Den” could be a hidden chamber inside the palace set, letting the authority watch others without being seen until the reveal.
FAQs: The Mystery of The Lion
Q: Has anyone from the show confirmed who The Lion is?
A: No. There has been no official confirmation from the producers, and no contestant has taken responsibility for the role. Current claims rely entirely on fan speculation and social media clues.
Q: Why has Ajay Devgn been ruled out by fans?
A: Most viewers take his clear and repeated denial in the promo at face value. The clip’s tone is largely seen as a genuine and humorous rejection, not a setup for a scripted reveal.
Disclaimer: This report is based on current fan theories and social media speculation. The show’s producers have not officially confirmed the identity of The Lion.
