Mumbai: India’s biggest and longest-running dating reality show, MTV Splitsvilla, is set to return with its 16th blockbuster season, reaffirming its status as a defining pop-culture phenomenon among Indian youth.
Over the years, MTV Splitsvilla has evolved beyond a reality show into a cultural touchstone, sparking conversations, creating iconic contestants, and delivering unexpected twists that keep audiences hooked. Season 16 raises the stakes with a bold new theme — ‘Pyaar ya Paisa’ — placing love and ambition head-to-head and forcing contestants to confront one of life’s toughest dilemmas.
The upcoming season promises heightened drama, unpredictable turns, and emotionally charged moments designed to keep viewers coming back for more. With its signature blend of romance, rivalry, and strategy, the new season aims to resonate strongly with today’s generation navigating relationships, aspirations, and choices.
MTV Splitsvilla Season 16 will premiere on January 9, 2026, and will air every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday on JioHotstar and MTV, bringing viewers a fresh dose of love, drama, and high-stakes decisions.
