Casting now · A new reality series
Ten Indian men and ten Russian women live together in India for ten extraordinary days—sharing food, facing daily challenges and discovering the people behind the stereotypes.
The application form closes 15 October 2026, 23:59:59 IST
Only the casting application form closes on that date — it is open for one month, 15 September to 15 October 2026 (India time). The rest of the website, including sponsorship enquiries, stays open.
Concept image — illustration only, not footage from the show
The social experiment
Unscripted. Unexpected. Real.
Privet Bharat brings twenty singles under one roof in India. Through shared meals, honest conversations and unfamiliar traditions, every participant gets the chance to see another culture—and themselves—with new eyes.
Every day brings a new filmed challenge: cooking each other’s food, designing and building together, creative tasks and moments that test patience, teamwork and chemistry.
Who we are looking for
10
Indian men
10
Russian women
You are 18+, single, curious and ready to be seen as you are. The central journey brings Indian men and Russian women together, while applications are welcome from every nationality—an extraordinary story can come from anywhere.
Watch
Go behind the scenes, see casting updates and watch more moments from the journey.
The experience
Meals are provided throughout filming—from Indian feasts and Russian favourites to everything you create together.
The full cast lives together in a beautiful production home in India, with accommodation arranged.
Travel to and from the filming location in India is covered for selected participants.
Meet the creators
This show was born from a shared belief: the best television happens when cultures meet honestly.
Co-creator & Producer
Akhil grew up between India and the world, believing that the best stories happen when cultures truly meet. He designed Privet Bharat as a space where stereotypes are questioned and real connections begin.
Co-creator & Producer
Aleksandra brings a Russian eye and a global heart to the show. Her vision is to build television that feels honest, brave and worth remembering.
FAQ
Applications are open for one month, from 15 September 2026 until 15 October 2026 at 23:59:59 India time (IST). The form closes automatically at that moment and late entries cannot be accepted.
Anyone aged 18 or over who is single, open-minded and ready to be filmed. The central cast pairs Indian men with Russian women, but every nationality is welcome to apply.
Food, shared accommodation and travel to and from the filming location in India are covered for selected cast members.
You will live together and take part in daily filmed challenges involving cooking, building, creativity and teamwork.
Yes. This is a reality show. Daily life and challenges are filmed, and selected participants consent to the footage being used in the show.
Introduce yourself, explain why you want this experience and share something memorable. Authenticity matters more than production quality.
Introduce yourself, tell us why Privet Bharat calls to you, and share something we would never guess.
The application form closes 15 October 2026, 23:59:59 IST