The Traitors has officially kicked off, and it’s already delivering more drama than expected. The reality show, hosted by Karan Johar, dropped its first three episodes on June 12. Right from the start, the game turned fierce, packed with betrayals, hidden agendas, and strategic moves. The contestants wasted no time forming alliances and breaking them within minutes.
One of the earliest exits was Sahil Salathia. In the first elimination, the three Traitors: Raj Kundra, Elnaaz Norouzi, and Purav Jha, picked Sahil as their target. He was seen as the easiest choice. Without much resistance, his journey came to an end. The decision was quick and cold.
The biggest shock, however, arrived with Raj Kundra’s eviction. Raj was one of the three Traitors hiding in plain sight. At the Round Table, where contestants had to name a possible Traitor, Apoorva Mukhija didn’t hesitate. She pointed fingers at Raj, laying out her reasons clearly. The rest followed her lead. When the votes piled up against him, Raj finally admitted, “Yes, I am a Traitor.” His elimination proved that sharp instincts and bold moves could flip the game overnight.
After Raj’s departure, the remaining Traitors, Elnaaz and Purav, huddled for a tense conversation. They had to pick their next victim carefully. After much back-and-forth, they chose Lakshmi Manchu. She was eliminated soon after, reducing the competition and making it easier for them to control the narrative.
Karan Kundrra’s eviction added another emotional twist. During the Round Table discussion, suspicions circled around Karan. Many believed he was a Traitor. When votes went against him, he was forced to leave. But before exiting, it was revealed that Karan was, in fact, not a Traitor. This revelation left the group rattled. Jannat Zubair, visibly emotional, admitted she felt terrible for doubting him. The moment made it clear how dangerous assumptions could be in this ruthless contest.
In a surprising turn, Nikita Luther, who had been ousted by Elnaaz Norouzi in the very first episode, made a comeback. The show’s makers brought her back as a wild card contestant in episode three. This move shocked everyone from the Traitors to the loyal contestants. Elnaaz, in particular, was visibly unsettled by Nikita’s return. The re-entry shook the fragile alliances and hinted at fresh confrontations.
Nikita’s presence threatened to unravel the careful plans of Elnaaz and Purav. Everyone wondered how she would respond to her early elimination. It seemed likely she would target Elnaaz, seeking revenge for what happened. While Nikita didn’t say much immediately, the tension was unmistakable..
The first three episodes set a fast and unpredictable pace for the season. No one seemed safe, and trust was impossible to hold onto.
The upcoming episodes are set to deliver more shocks, strategy shifts, and emotional farewells. The hunt for the Traitors continues, and no one can predict who will be standing till the end.
