Mumbai, Feb. 14 -- Splitsvilla 16 - Pyaar Ya Paisa, the new season of the popular reality series MTV Splitsvilla, is currently one of the most-watched shows in India. Shot in Mahabalipuram, the season is hosted by Sunny Leone and Karan Kundrra, with Uorfi Javed and Nia Sharma joining as the show's "Mischief Makers." The show premiered on January 9, 2026, on MTV India and is also available for streaming on JioHotstar.

The premiere episode of Splitsvilla 16 featured 32 contestants who entered the villa in search of love, money, or both. Adding a unique twist, the contestants were divided into two groups the Paisa Villa and the Pyaar Villa reflecting the season's theme of choosing between love and wealth.

Splitsvilla 16 contestants list

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