'Traitors' season 2 to be out on August 13, promo ft. Karan Johar as host out
Mumbai, July 27
Filmmaker Karan Johar is back as a host for the second season of 'Traitors'. On Monday, the makers unveiled the show's promo and announced that it will hit Prime Video on August 13.
The Traitors is an Indian adaptation of the internationally acclaimed thrilling reality format. Collaborating with leading independent distributor All3Media International for the local adaptation of IDTV's BAFTA and Emmy Award-winning global format, season two is produced by Dharmatic Entertainment.
Speaking about the new season, Nikhil Madhok, Director and Head of Originals, Prime Video, India, said, "The response to the first season of The Traitors exceeded all expectations--it didn't just entertain; it became a cultural moment."
"The Traitors has become one of Prime Video India's most defining reality franchises, transforming the genre with its unique blend of intelligent gameplay, psychological strategy, and riveting entertainment. Audiences across the country were hooked by its emotionally charged mind games and raw, unfiltered drama. With season two, the stakes are higher, the gameplay is sharper, the drama is more intense, and the new line-up of players will keep audiences on the edge of their seats at every turn. We're thrilled to have Karan Johar return as the host and master orchestrator, and we can't wait for audiences to experience another extraordinary season," he added.
Dharmatic Entertainment team added, "The first season of The Traitors ignited a nationwide obsession. It proved that Indian audiences are hungry for reality content that challenges their intellect, keeps them on the edge of their seats, and refuses to play by the old rulebook. We're thrilled to bring audiences a second season that's bigger, bolder, and more dramatic while staying true to the raw, unpredictable, and psychologically gripping essence that made the show a phenomenon. Having redefined the reality genre in India, the upcoming season is set to raise the bar yet again."
Contestants have not been revealed yet.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Honestly, I wasn't impressed with season 1. Felt too scripted and dramatic. But let's see if they improve the game mechanics this time. KJo is good but needs to focus more on strategy than just entertainment.
August 13? Phir se weekend binge planning! 🎉 The format is unique - reality show with a twist. Indian audience is finally getting quality content beyond saas-bahu dramas. KJo's wit and charm will make this a hit again.
As someone who watched the original UK version, I'm glad India is adapting it well. Karan brings his own flair. Just wish they'd release the contestant list soon - that's the real excitement!
Traitors became my guilty pleasure last season! The psychological gameplay was next level. Hoping season 2 has more diverse contestants from different parts of India, not just Bollywood types. Real people bring real drama!
KJo is a master of drama, but I hope the show focuses more on strategy than just creating controversy. The first season had too many emotional outbursts. Let's see if they balance it better this time.
Finally! Something to look forward to in August.
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