MTV Splitsvilla X6 (also known as Splitsvilla Season 16) has quickly become a fan favorite since kicking off on January 9, 2026. With hosts Sunny Leone and Karan Kundrra leading the charge, the season introduces an exciting “Pyaar ya Paisa” concept, splitting contestants into two separate groups: Pyaar Villa (centered on building genuine connections) and Paisa Villa (focused on strategy, money, and alliances). Airing every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 7 PM on MTV India and streaming on JioHotstar, the show delivers nonstop drama, romance, challenges, and unexpected twists.
A recent episode sparked major buzz when contestant Tayne De Villiers abruptly left the set during a tense discussion, prompting a sharp response from host Karan Kundrra. Here’s everything you need to know about the incident and why it escalated so quickly.
The Build-Up to the Controversy
Tensions rose in the Pyaar Villa during a heated exchange involving contestants like Yogesh Rawat, Himanshu Arora, Harshit Gururani, and a few others. The argument turned personal when remarks were made indirectly about Tayne, including one that labeled Harshit as his “pet” in a derogatory sense. Tayne, clearly irritated by the childish tone of the fight, voiced his frustration.
He stated something along the lines of being unable to tolerate the immature bickering and unnecessary drama, calling it out as pointless. In the heat of the moment, he chose to step away from the set entirely, shocking the group and disrupting the flow of the session.
Tayne later came back and shared more about his disappointment with how things were unfolding.
Karan Kundrra’s Firm Warning
Karan Kundrra didn’t hold back when addressing Tayne’s actions. He pointed out the irony—Tayne had criticized others for immaturity, yet walking out mid-conversation was itself seen as disrespectful and unprofessional. Karan stressed that such behavior undermines the entire production, disrespects the hard work of the team, and affects fellow participants who are committed to staying and competing.
In a no-nonsense moment, Karan issued a clear warning to Tayne and the entire group: If anyone walks out like that again, they would face serious consequences, including potential permanent removal from the show. This strong stance reinforced the importance of sticking through tough moments in a high-pressure reality format like Splitsvilla.
Tayne’s Response and Aftermath
Tayne owned up to his mistake right away. He offered a sincere apology, acknowledged that walking out wasn’t the right move, and assured everyone he wouldn’t repeat it.
Later in the episode, Tayne got the chance to head to the Oracle segment alongside Sadhaaf Shankar to test their compatibility. Sadly, the pairing didn’t click as a strong match, keeping the emotional rollercoaster going for him.
