Following a blockbuster debut that captivated audiences across India, Prime Video has officially greenlit a second season for its popular reality show, ‘The Traitors’. The streaming service announced today, June 25, 2025, that the gripping unscripted series, hosted by filmmaker Karan Johar, is officially in development.
‘The Traitors’, adapted from the BAFTA and Emmy Award-winning global format by IDTV, and produced in collaboration with leading independent distributor All3Media International and BBC Studios India Productions, premiered on Prime Video on June 12, 2025. It quickly became a breakout sensation, with Prime Video reporting that the show has been watched by viewers across an astounding 88% of India’s pin codes, turning into a significant pop culture phenomenon on social media.
Nikhil Madhok, Director and Head of Originals, Prime Video, India, expressed immense satisfaction with the show’s reception. “It’s been incredibly rewarding to see ‘The Traitors’ strike such a powerful chord with audiences across India,” Madhok stated. “With its distinctive mix of tension, strategy, and emotional honesty, brought to life by our versatile host, Karan Johar, and a stellar lineup of players who have brought their A-game to the show, the series has emerged as a true breakout. Buoyed by the overwhelming response, we’re thrilled to begin work on Season Two and take the experience to the next level.”
The first season, set against the majestic backdrop of a palace in Suryagarh, Rajasthan, brought together 20 well-known personalities from across the entertainment spectrum. Contestants like Anshula Kapoor, Karan Kundrra, Uorfi Javed, Raftaar, Jasmin Bhasin, and Ashish Vidyarthi participated in the psychological game where “Faithfuls” had to unmask “Traitors” secretly chosen at the outset, before being eliminated themselves. The show’s format, characterized by mind games, betrayals, and high-stakes strategy, kept viewers on the edge of their seats with every mission, accusation, and vote.
Sabrina Duguet, EVP APAC at All3Media International, also commented on the success, “We’re thrilled with the overwhelming reception and audience response to the Indian adaptation of ‘The Traitors’. Our fantastic collaboration with Prime Video resulted in delivering a version of the format that feels both fresh and true to its core, one that struck a real chord with viewers, who came for the thrill, drama, and their favorite celebrities, but stayed for the novelty, intrigue, and high entertainment quotient.”
While details regarding the cast and exact release date for Season Two are yet to be announced, the greenlight signals Prime Video’s continued investment in a bold and diverse unscripted content slate for the Indian market. Fans can anticipate more twists, turns, and nail-biting suspense as ‘The Traitors’ prepares for its much-anticipated return.
Key Highlights:
- Prime Video has officially greenlit a second season of its successful Indian reality show, ‘The Traitors’, following its popular debut.
- The show, hosted by Karan Johar, is an adaptation of the BAFTA and Emmy Award-winning global format and captivated audiences across 88% of India’s pin codes in its first season.
- The success is attributed to its unique blend of tension, strategy, and emotional honesty, with celebrity contestants navigating a game of trust and betrayal.
- The renewal underscores Prime Video’s commitment to expanding its unscripted content slate in India and bringing high-stakes, engaging reality formats to its audience.