The Traitors: Winner Nikita Luther sets the record straight on whether the show is scripted or not

Season 1 of The Traitors proved to be a runaway success, with Uorfi Javed and Nikita Luther claiming victory and winning over audiences with their sharp gameplay. Now, in a recent interview, Nikita has sparked fresh conversation by addressing whether the show was scripted, offering insight into what really went on behind the scenes.

Submitted by Ektaa Kumaran on Tue, 07/15/2025 - 15:34

MUMBAI: The show, which challenges contestants to outwit one another in a battle of trust and deception, became an instant success with its debut season. Among its champions were Uorfi Javed and professional poker player Nikita Luther, who together emerged victorious.

However, in a recent candid interview, Nikita Luther has shed light on the show’s behind-the-scenes reality revealing that while The Traitors isn’t scripted, the final product is far from raw or untouched.

She expressed disappointment over the editing choices made by the creators, claiming that important moments were omitted or restructured to suit selective narratives.

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Luther disclosed that her sharp instincts had led her to correctly identify Purav Jha as a traitor as early as Day 6—yet this crucial gameplay decision never made it to the final episodes.

Even more surprisingly, a pivotal confrontation between her and Purav in the grand finale was entirely cut out. “It felt like the edit was scripted, designed to create heroes and downplay others,” she remarked, noting how her strategic contributions were largely overlooked.

Though fans haven’t openly questioned the show’s authenticity, Nikita’s comments certainly raise eyebrows about the extent to which editing can influence audience perception and storyline development in reality television.

Meanwhile, buzz around The Traitors continues to build, with Season 2 already in the pipeline. Reports suggest that the makers have begun approaching celebrities for the upcoming edition, promising another gripping round of deception and drama.

As anticipation grows for the next season, Nikita Luther’s revelations offer a fresh perspective on how reality television might not be scripted—but is often shaped in more ways than viewers realise.

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