By IDTeamSince its beginning, MTV’s “Splitsvilla” has captivated young Indian audiences with its unique blend of romance, competition, and drama. The show provides a platform for young men and women to find love while navigating challenges and forming alliances, all under the watchful eyes of the hosts and the ever-engaged audience.
Show Theme and Format
“Splitsvilla” is a reality television show where a group of young men and women live together in a villa, isolated from the outside world. The primary objective is to find love, but the path is fraught with challenges, competitions, and strategic eliminations. Each season introduces a unique theme, adding twists to the traditional dating format. Contestants participate in tasks that test their physical, mental, and emotional capabilities. Throughout the season, contestants form connections, and through a series of eliminations—often influenced by the dynamics of love, jealousy, and rivalry—the final couple emerges victorious.
List of Seasons, Winners, Runners-up, Hosts, and Locations
| Season | Year | Winners | Runners-up | Hosts | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2008 | Vishal Karwal & Shraddha Haribhai | Varun Saini | Rannvijay Singh | Goa |
| 2 | 2009 | Siddharth Bhardwaj & Sakshi Pradhan | Mohit Malhotra | Nikhil Chinapa | Goa |
| 3 | 2010 | Parag Chadha & Riya Bamniyal | Vikas & Kritika | Nikhil Chinapa & Deepti Gujral | Pattaya, Thailand |
| 4 | 2010-2011 | Dushyant Yadav & Priya Shinde | Sai Gundewar & Tina Thapa | Nikhil Chinapa | Dubai |
| 5 | 2012 | Paras Chhabra & Akanksha Popli | Vroon Sharma & Jasmine Avasia | Nikhil Chinapa | Jim Corbett National Park |
| 6 | 2013 | Paramvir Singh & Mandy Debbarma | Ashwini Koul & Sanjana Ganesan | Nikhil Chinapa | Trivandrum |
| 7 | 2014 | Mayank Gandhi & Scarlett Rose | Abhishek Malik & Khushi Bhatt | Nikhil Chinapa & Sunny Leone | Jaipur |
| 8 | 2015 | Prince Narula & Anuki Tchokhonelidze | Ishaan Singh Manhas & Subuhi Joshi | Rannvijay Singh & Sunny Leone | Goa |
| 9 | 2016 | Gurmeet Singh Rehal & Kavya Khurana | Varun Sood & Martina Thariyan | Rannvijay Singh & Sunny Leone | Puducherry |
| 10 | 2017 | Baseer Ali & Naina Singh | Priyank Sharma & Divya Agarwal | Rannvijay Singh & Sunny Leone | Jim Corbett National Park |
| 11 | 2018-2019 | Gaurav Alugh & Shruti Sinha | Shagun Pandey & Samyuktha Hegde | Rannvijay Singh & Sunny Leone | Jim Corbett National Park |
| 12 | 2019 | Shrey Mittal & Priyamvada Kant | Ashish Bhatia & Miesha Iyer | Rannvijay Singh & Sunny Leone | Jaipur |
| 13 | 2021 | Jay Dudhane & Aditi Rajput | Shivam Sharma & Pallak Yadav | Rannvijay Singh & Sunny Leone | Kerala |
| 14 | 2022-2023 | Hamid Barkzi & Soundous Moufakir | Justin D’Cruz & Sakshi Shrivas | Arjun Bijlani & Sunny Leone | Goa |
| 15 | 2024 | Jashwanth Bopanna & Akriti Negi | Harsh & Rushali | Sunny Leone & Tanuj Virwani | Goa |
MTV Splitsvilla Season 1 (2008)
Hosted by Rannvijay Singh in Goa, the inaugural season introduced 22 contestants competing for love and the title. Vishal Karwal and Shraddha Haribhai emerged as the winners, setting the tone for future seasons with their chemistry and strategic gameplay.
MTV Splitsvilla Season 2 (2009)
Nikhil Chinapa took over hosting duties in Goa. The season featured 20 contestants, and after intense competition, Siddharth Bhardwaj and Sakshi Pradhan claimed victory, each taking home a cash prize of ₹5 lakh.
MTV Splitsvilla Season 3 (2010)
Set in Pattaya, Thailand, and co-hosted by Nikhil Chinapa and Deepti Gujral, this season saw 20 participants vying for the title. Parag Chadha and Riya Bamniyal emerged victorious, showcasing strong partnership and strategy.
MTV Splitsvilla Season 4 (2010-2011)
Hosted by Nikhil Chinapa in Dubai, the fourth season introduced new challenges and dynamics. Dushyant Yadav and Priya Shinde won the season, impressing both contestants and audiences with their compatibility and performance in tasks.
MTV Splitsvilla Season 5 (2012)
Set in the scenic Jim Corbett National Park and hosted by Nikhil Chinapa, this season crowned Paras Chhabra and Akanksha Popli as winners. Their journey was marked by strong bonding and effective gameplay.
MTV Splitsvilla Season 6 (2013)
Trivandrum served as the backdrop for this season, with Nikhil Chinapa returning as host. Paramvir Singh and Mandy Debbarma emerged as the winning couple, showcasing resilience and strategic acumen throughout the competition.
MTV Splitsvilla Season 7 (2014)
Hosted in Jaipur by Nikhil Chinapa and Sunny Leone, this season introduced new twists and challenges. Mayank Gandhi and Scarlett Rose clinched the title, winning over audiences with their chemistry and competitive spirit.
MTV Splitsvilla Season 8 (2015)
Set in Goa and hosted by Rannvijay Singh and Sunny Leone, this season saw Prince Narula and Anuki Tchokhonelidze emerge as the winners. Prince’s leadership skills and strategic gameplay, combined with Anuki’s strong presence, made them an unbeatable duo. This season was one of the most popular, given Prince Narula’s growing dominance in Indian reality TV.
MTV Splitsvilla Season 9 (2016)
ÂShot in Puducherry, this season was hosted by Rannvijay Singh and Sunny Leone. Gurmeet Singh Rehal and Kavya Khurana won the title, while Varun Sood and Martina Thariyan finished as runners-up. The season introduced new challenges where contestants had to form alliances and navigate betrayals to reach the finale.
MTV Splitsvilla Season 10 (2017)
ÂTaking place in the Jim Corbett National Park, Splitsvilla 10 saw Baseer Ali and Naina Singh emerge victorious. Priyank Sharma and Divya Agarwal were the runners-up. The season was filled with emotional drama, betrayals, and unexpected twists, making it one of the most talked-about seasons in the franchise.
MTV Splitsvilla Season 11 (2018-2019)
The 11th edition of Splitsvilla was also set in Jim Corbett National Park and continued to be hosted by Rannvijay Singh and Sunny Leone. Gaurav Alugh and Shruti Sinha won the season, while Shagun Pandey and Samyuktha Hegde finished as runners-up. This season’s theme revolved around true love versus superficial attraction.
MTV Splitsvilla Season 12 (2019)
ÂHeld in Jaipur, Splitsvilla 12 had Shrey Mittal and Priyamvada Kant as winners, while Ashish Bhatia and Miesha Iyer were the runners-up. The season emphasized the importance of trust and loyalty in relationships, with many contestants facing difficult emotional dilemmas.
MTV Splitsvilla Season 13 (2021)
ÂJay Dudhane and Aditi Rajput won Splitsvilla 13, defeating Shivam Sharma and Pallak Yadav in the finale. The show, hosted in Kerala, introduced a “Golden Opportunity” challenge, where contestants could swap their partners, adding another layer of strategy to the game.
MTV Splitsvilla Season 14 (2022-2023)
The 14th season, set in Goa, was hosted by Arjun Bijlani and Sunny Leone. Hamid Barkzi and Soundous Moufakir emerged as the winners, with Justin D’Cruz and Sakshi Shrivas finishing as runners-up. The season featured an intense mix of romance, betrayals, and power plays.
MTV Splitsvilla Season 15 (2024)
Shot in Goa, Splitsvilla 15 was premiered on 30 March 2024, hosted by Sunny Leone and Tanuj Virwani. Jashwanth Bopanna and Akriti Negi won the season X5, while Harsh and Rushali secured the runner-up position. The competition was fierce, with multiple unexpected eliminations and shocking twists.
Conclusion
MTV Splitsvilla has redefined reality dating shows in India, combining love, strategy, and adventure. Over the years, the show has launched the careers of several contestants, turning them into influencers and television personalities. With evolving formats, intense drama, and larger-than-life challenges, Splitsvilla continues to engage audiences, proving that love and strategy go hand in hand. As fans eagerly await the next season, one thing is certain—the quest for true love in Splitsvilla will always be filled with drama, excitement, and surprises