Roadies Season 21 is finally here. Titled Roadies Rebirth, India’s longest-running youth reality show premiered on October 16, 2026, with Rannvijay Singha back as host and a brand-new OGs vs NewGs format. New episodes air every Friday and Saturday at 7 PM on MTV, and for the first time, the show is streaming on two OTT platforms together, Netflix and JioHotstar.
From the gang leaders and the new team format to where to watch every episode online, here is everything to know about Roadies Season 21.
Roadies Season 21 (Roadies Rebirth): Key Details
| Show name | Roadies Rebirth (Season 21) |
| Premiere date | October 16, 2026 |
| Episode schedule | Every Friday and Saturday at 7 PM |
| TV channel | MTV India |
| OTT platforms | Netflix and JioHotstar |
| Host | Rannvijay Singha |
| Format | OGs vs NewGs |
| Number of gang leaders | Six, split into two teams |
Roadies Season 21 Gang Leaders
This season brings back some of the most loved faces of the show and pairs them against a younger set of leaders. Instead of six separate gangs, the six gang leaders are divided into two teams.
| Team OGs | Team NewGs |
|---|---|
| Nikhil Chinapa | Abhishek Malhan |
| Neha Dhupia | Bani J |
| Prince Narula | Baseer Ali |
Team OGs brings years of Roadies experience. Nikhil Chinapa has been one of the show’s most famous judges, Neha Dhupia has led gangs across several seasons, and Prince Narula is a former Roadies winner who went on to become one of its most successful gang leaders.
Team NewGs is built around popular faces from the newer generation. YouTuber Abhishek Malhan brings a huge young fan base, fitness star Bani J returns to the Roadies world, and Baseer Ali, himself a former Roadies winner, adds a competitive edge.
What Is the OGs vs NewGs Format?
The biggest change in Roadies Rebirth is the team format. Earlier seasons had each gang leader build and protect a separate gang, which often led to fights between leaders. This time, the old guard and the new generation compete as two sides.
Contestants will still go through the tough physical tasks, challenges and eliminations that Roadies is known for. But the rivalry between the OGs and NewGs is expected to bring a new kind of drama, with experience going up against fresh energy.
Rannvijay Singha, who has been the face of Roadies for years, summed up the show in his own words, calling Roadies “an emotion” about “hunger, courage and dreams”.
Where to Watch Roadies Season 21 Online
Roadies Rebirth is the first season of the show to stream on two OTT platforms at the same time. New episodes are available on both Netflix and JioHotstar along with the TV telecast on MTV.
| Platform | How to Watch |
|---|---|
| MTV India | TV, every Friday and Saturday at 7 PM |
| JioHotstar | Streaming, with an active JioHotstar plan |
| Netflix | Streaming, with an active Netflix plan |
This gives fans more choice than ever. Those who already have one of the two subscriptions can watch without signing up for a new service. For more shows and films streaming on the platform, explore our JioHotstar guides and new releases.
Roadies Season 21 Prize Money and Contestants
The makers have not yet revealed the prize money for Roadies Rebirth or the full list of contestants. For comparison, the Season 20 winner took home Rs 10 lakh. The final contestant list is expected to become clear as the journey episodes begin after the audition rounds.
The shooting location for this season has also not been officially announced yet.
Roadies Season 20 Recap: Who Won Last Year?
Roadies Season 20, titled Roadies Double Cross, aired from January to June 2025. Kushal “Gullu” Tanwar from Gang Elvish won the title, while Hartaaj Singh Gill from Gang Prince finished as the runner-up. Neha Dhupia, Elvish Yadav and Prince Narula were among the gang leaders that season.
Prince Narula and Neha Dhupia return this year as part of Team OGs, while Elvish Yadav is not part of the Season 21 line-up of gang leaders.
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Roadies Season 21: FAQs
When did Roadies Season 21 start?
Roadies Season 21, titled Roadies Rebirth, premiered on October 16, 2026.
Where can I watch Roadies Rebirth online?
Roadies Rebirth streams on both Netflix and JioHotstar. It also airs on MTV India every Friday and Saturday at 7 PM.
Who is the host of Roadies Season 21?
Rannvijay Singha is the host of Roadies Season 21.
Who are the gang leaders in Roadies Season 21?
The six gang leaders are Nikhil Chinapa, Neha Dhupia and Prince Narula in Team OGs, and Abhishek Malhan, Bani J and Baseer Ali in Team NewGs.
Who won Roadies Season 20?
Kushal “Gullu” Tanwar from Gang Elvish won Roadies Season 20 (Roadies Double Cross).