As the grand finale of MTV Splitsvilla 16 looms, Episode 54 (which aired on Sunday, May 10, 2026) delivered a brutal combination of strategic betrayal and high-stakes competition. The villa has officially moved past the “romance” phase, with contestants now focused entirely on survival and the coveted winner’s trophy.
The Ticket to Finale: Who Secured Their Spot?
The race to the finish line began with several contestants securing a direct entry into the finale, often at a high emotional cost:
- Gullu (Kushal Tanwar) & Kaira: Won their spot through sheer performance in the math riddle and “Love Potion” physical challenge in Episode 52.
- Tayne De Villiers: In a shocking “Mischief Maker” twist by Uorfi Javed, Tayne chose a direct entry to the finale by sacrificing his long-standing connection with Sadhaaf Shankar.
- Soundharya Shetty (Sandy): Similarly prioritized the game over her partnership with Deeptanshu Saini, joining Tayne as a new power couple in the finale.
Semi-Final Showdown: “Pyar ka Splits-Qila”
Episode 54 featured the “Pyar ka Splits-Qila” challenge, a grueling physical task involving underwater ammo collection and catapult precision. However, for one couple, the journey ended before the task even began.
The Heartbreaking Exit of Himanshu & Diksha
In a controversial twist, hosts Sunny Leone and Karan Kundrra announced that couples needed 50,000 Splitcoins to enter the semi-finals. Himanshu Arora and Diksha Pawar fell short of the amount. Despite pleas for help, their fellow contestants—including close friends like Sorab and Sadhaaf—refused to share their coins, choosing to prioritize their own safety. Himanshu and Diksha were eliminated without getting a chance to compete.
The Semi-Final Results
The remaining four pairs battled it out to join Gullu, Kaira, Tayne, and Sandy in the finale:
- Sorab & Niharika defeated Suzanne & Vishu Bajaj in a close match (280 points to 250).
- Ruru Thakur & Yogesh Rawat dominated their round against Sadhaaf & Deeptanshu, winning with a massive score of 370.
The Grand Finalists Confirmed
After the dust settled in Episode 54, the finalists for Splitsvilla X6 are:
- Gullu & Kaira
- Tayne & Soundharya (Sandy)
- Sorab & Niharika
- Ruru & Yogesh
With alliances fractured and friendships tested by the “Splitcoin” betrayal, the final showdown promises to be the most intense in the show’s history. Fans can catch up on all the drama on JioHotstar.