Mohit Singh
The Digvijay Rathee eye infection that triggered one of The 50’s most dramatic mid-game medical exits is now behind him and the MTV Roadies star has emerged from the experience with a clear, composed message for both fans and critics: gratitude over grievance, hard work over noise. Speaking publicly after his eviction from JioHotstar’s The 50 reality show, Rathee addressed his health crisis, his return to the palace, his eventual eviction, and the online negativity that followed delivering what Times of India described as a statement built on positivity and personal resolve. He told the publication: “Just work hard every day and be grateful.”
Who Is Digvijay Rathee?
Digvijay Rathee first gained national attention on MTV Roadies: Karm Ya Kaand, where his fearless, competitive personality made him a standout contestant in a franchise known for producing India’s most driven young personalities. He describes himself as someone who was once reactive and impulsive traits he says years of self-reflection have deliberately recalibrated into a calmer, more strategic disposition.
That evolution defined his approach inside The 50 from the very first day. Fans who followed his Roadies journey expected visible aggression what they got instead was a thoughtful, almost reserved gameplay style that consistently positioned him as someone who assessed situations before responding. That quality became both his competitive strength and, ultimately, a factor in his vulnerability when alliances consolidated around group loyalties he had chosen not to build.
Digvijay Rathee Eye Infection
The first sign that something was wrong came in early February 2026, when Digvijay began experiencing visible discomfort in his eyes during regular palace activities. Reports suggest the infection developed quickly enough that production staff took the decision to temporarily remove him from the mahal for medical attention rather than allowing him to continue competing while unwell.
The official update from The 50‘s social media channels confirmed: “Health comes first. Digvijay Rathee has temporarily stepped out of the mahal in The 50 due to an eye infection. The good news? It’s only for a few days.” Fans reacted to the news with an immediate wave of support the hashtag “Bring Back Digvijay” trended on X (formerly Twitter) within hours of the announcement.
The Medical Exit That Wasn’t an Eviction
A key point that confused many viewers at the time: Digvijay’s initial exit from the palace was a medical exit, not a task-based or vote-based eviction. He left the mahal for treatment, recovered with medical clearance, and returned to the competition a re-entry that the show integrated through a Lion Crazy Game task, where contestants competed in pairs and Digvijay’s position remained reserved until his health clearance arrived.
His return triggered one of the season’s warmest moments on camera. Housemates who had worried about his well-being gave him a reception described by Filmibeat as a welcome back “with loud cheers” a notably genuine response compared to the typically strategic warmth contestants display toward returning players.
Even Shrutika Arjun, who simultaneously faced her own eye infection later clarified to be a viral flu with high fever and stomach infection rather than conjunctivitis shared a “Same pinch” moment with Digvijay in a social media exchange, reflecting the unusual coincidence of both players dealing with eye-related health issues simultaneously.
Digvijay on Negativity What He Said After Leaving
In his post-eviction statements and interviews, Digvijay chose not to amplify any specific grievance or call out any individual. Instead, he addressed the broader wave of online criticism and harsh commentary that had targeted him during his tenure on The 50: “Just work hard every day and be grateful.”
He expanded on this in conversation with Mid-Day while still inside the palace: “Setting limits is very important. This has been the most important lesson I have taken away from my experience in the reality TV world.” He described learning to protect his emotional energy from external noise as a direct outcome of everything his Roadies journey and The 50 experience put him through.
Digvijay Rathee After Eviction
In his post-eviction interview, Digvijay addressed Rajat directly and publicly telling reporters that Rajat’s actions toward him during the final task represented a calculated strategic betrayal rather than a personal one. Reports suggest Digvijay accepted the game’s outcome without visible bitterness, framing Rajat’s play as smart strategy within the rules of the competition rather than moral failing.