Killadi Jodis
| Killadi Jodis | |
|---|---|
| Genre | Stunt/dare game show |
| Based on | Mr & Mrs Khiladis |
| Presented by | Sanjeev Venkat Manimegalai |
| Country of origin | India |
| Original language | Tamil |
| No. of episodes | 14 |
| Production | |
| Camera setup | Multi-camera |
| Running time | approx. 40-45 minutes per episode |
| Original release | |
| Network | Zee Tamil |
| Release | 25 January – 26 April 2026 |
| Related | |
| Mr & Mrs Khiladis | |
Killadi Jodis is a 2026 Indian Tamil-language celebrity stunt/dare-based reality television series based on the American series Fear Factor and is part of Mr & Mrs Khiladis.[1] It premiered on Zee Tamil on 25 January 2026 and aired on every Sunday at 20:30 and streams digitally on ZEE5.[2] The show is hosted by Sanjeev Venkat.[3]
The finale was held on 26 June 2026. The show's five finalist jodis are Karana and Indhu, Sangavi and Raanav, Thangapandi and Chandhini, Hamaranath and Gayathiri, and Yogesh and Myna Nandhini. The show was won by Hamarnath and Gayathri,[4] and received 15 lakhs, while Yogesh and Myna Nandhini were the runner-up of the show.[5] Several guests that were included in the grand finale are Baba Bhaskar and Alya Manasa.[6] The show also celebrates 30 years of host Sanjeev Venkat.[7]
Format
The show is about 8 real and reel celebrity couples from television, cinema, and social media to face high-pressure situations that challenge their trust, strength, resilience, love and teamwork.
Contestants
| # | Contestants | Episode entered | Episode exited | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Krishnan and Aiswarya | 1 | ||
| 2 | Ranaav and Sangavi | 1 | 14 | [8] |
| 3 | Grunath and Daria | 1 | ||
| 4 | Charly Joy and Priya Jerson | 1 | [9] | |
| 5 | Naresh and Swathika | 1 | ||
| 6 | Hamarnath and Gayathri | 1 | 14 | |
| 7 | Thangapandi and Chandhini | 1 | 14 | [10] |
| 8 | Yogesh and Myna Nandhini | 1 | 14 |
The list of contestants
- Krishnan and Aiswarya
- A Real Couples and a social media influencer and YouTube blogger.
- Ranaav and Sangavi (Reel Couples) [11]
- Ranaav: A model and actor in the Tamil industry, who has appeared in Bigg Boss 8.
- Sangavi: A television actress, recognized for Tamil serials like Chinna Marumagal and Veera.
- Grunath and Daria[11]
- A Lovers and a social media influencer and YouTube blogger.
- Charly Joy and Priya Jerson[11]
- A Real Couples and a social media influencer and YouTube blogger.
- Priya Jerson: Singer
- Naresh and Swathika[11]
- Television actors, recognized for Tamil serials like Chinnanchiru Kiliye.
- Hamarnath and Gayathri[11]
- Hamarnath: A actor
- Thangapandi and Chandhini[11]
- Thangapandi: a social media influencer and YouTube blogger.
- Chandhini : A television actress, recognized for Tamil serials like Pandian Stores 2.
- Yogesh and Myna Nandhini[11]
- A Real Couples and actor and actress, a social media influencer and YouTube blogger.
Episodes
| Epi | Airing | Round | shot | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 25 January 2026 | Grand Lunch | Tamil Nadu | |
| 2 | 1 February 2026 | Sky and sea | Sri Lanka | |
| 3 | 8 February 2026 | |||
| 4 | 15 February 2026 | |||
| 5 | 21 February 2026 | |||
| 6 | 1 March 2026 | [12] |
Production
Development
It is an adaptation of Mr & Mrs Khiladis and was launched on 28 May 2016 . After the Single Pasanga show ended, Killadi Jodis began on 25 January 2026 as scheduled. On 5 January 2026, a first teaser was released on Zee Tamil's social media platforms.
The show host by actor Sanjeev Venkat, who returns to the small screen after an eight-year hiatus. [13] This season was filmed and shot across spectacular international locations including Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Thailand, and the Maldives.[14] On 22 February, the anchor Manimegalai was cast as special anchor for episode 5.[15]
Release
The first promo was unveiled on 15 January, featuring host Sanjeev Venkat with the slogan "Ingai Sirantha Jodi Endru Nirupikka Kaalam Devai Illai Kalam Than Devai"[16]. The second promo was unveiled on 17 January, featuring contestants and a release date.
References
- ^ "Zee Tamil revives 'Mr & Mrs Killadis' as 'Killadi Jodis', premieres January 25". mediabrief.com. 22 January 2026.
- ^ "New reality show 'Killadi Jodi' to premiere soon". The Times of India. 21 January 2026.
- ^ "சஞ்சீவ் தொகுத்து வழங்கும் 'ஜீ கில்லாடி ஜோடி'! ஜீ தமிழில் களமிறங்கும் புதிய பிரம்மாண்ட கேம் ஷோ". minnambalam.com (in Tamil). 18 January 2026.
- ^ "Killadi Jodis Finale Results: Announcement of the Champion and Prize Money. First Runner-Up Identified". www.zoomtventertainment.com. 26 April 2026.
- ^ "கில்லாடி ஜோடிஸ் இறுதிப் போட்டி முடிவுகள்: வெற்றியாளர் மற்றும் பரிசுத் தொகை அறிவிப்பு. இரண்டாம் இடத்தைப் பிடித்தவர் குறித்த விவரங்கள்". zoomtventertainment-com (in Tamil). 27 April 2026.
- ^ "Khiladi Jodis grand finale: Hamarnath and Gayathri lift the trophy". The Times of India. 27 April 2026.
- ^ "Khiladi Jodies grand finale: The show celebrates 30 years of host Sanjeev Venkat". The Times of India. 26 April 2026.
- ^ "Killadi Jodis: Raanav and Sankavi's electrifying performance promises high-voltage entertainment". The Times of India. 29 January 2026.
- ^ "ஐந்து வருட காத்திருப்பு.. கல்யாண மேடையில் பெற்றோரால் வலி.. கண்ணீரோடு பாடகி பிரியா ஜெர்சன்". tamil.oneindia.com (in Tamil). 26 January 2026.
- ^ "Koomapatti Thangapandi and Chandhini Prakash join the contestant lineup of new reality show 'Killadi Jodi'". The Times of India. 22 January 2026.
- ^ a b c d e f g "Killadi Jodis: Myna Nandhini, Chandhini Prakash, Aishwarya, Sankavi, and others take the leap in the high-voltage chopper task". The Times of India. 1 February 2026.
- ^ "Killadi Jodis promo: Thangapandi lifts Chandhini Prakash in a fiery act that steals the spotlight". The Times of India. 27 February 2026.
- ^ "Khiladi Jodi host Sanjeev Venkat's lavish lifestyle: From luxurious home to enviable car collection and net worth". The Times of India. 20 February 2026.
- ^ "Killadi Jodis TV Premiere Date & Timings: Zee Tamil's Adventure-Packed Show Storms Screens". www.filmibeat.com. 22 January 2026.
- ^ "Manimegalai joins as new host game show 'Khiladi Jodies'". The Times of India. 23 February 2026.
- ^ "ஜீ தமிழில் குட்டி தளபதியா.. தயார் நிலையில் கில்லாடி ஜோடிஸ் நடன நிகழ்ச்சி...! யார் யார் போட்டியாளர்கள் தெரியுமா..!". www.tamilwire.in (in Tamil). 20 January 2026.