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Business Upturn
04-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Upturn
Survivor Season 49: Release date, cast updates, location and what to expect next
By Aman Shukla Published on August 4, 2025, 19:00 IST Last updated August 4, 2025, 12:00 IST Survivor Season 49 is gearing up to hit screens, bringing another round of intense challenges, strategic gameplay, and jaw-dropping moments. As the CBS reality show celebrates its 25th anniversary, fans are buzzing with excitement about what this season has in store. Here's everything known about the release date, cast updates, filming location, and what to anticipate from this thrilling chapter in the Mamanuca Islands. Release Date: When to Tune In Mark those calendars! Survivor Season 49 is set to premiere on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at 8/7c on CBS. The season kicks off with a two-hour premiere, setting the stage for an epic adventure. After that, expect weekly 90-minute episodes every Wednesday at 8 PM, a format that's become a staple in the show's 'new era' since Season 45. This extended runtime means more time to dive into camp life, strategic plotting, and those iconic Tribal Council moments. With a 13-week run, the season should wrap up around mid to late December 2025, keeping viewers hooked through the fall. Cast Updates: Fresh Faces and a Marvel Twist This season introduces 18 new castaways, all vying for the $1 million prize and the title of Sole Survivor. Unlike the highly anticipated Survivor 50, which will feature returning legends, Season 49 focuses on fresh talent with no prior players. Rumors have been swirling about the cast, with one standout name generating buzz: a Marvel executive is reportedly joining the game. While details about this individual remain under wraps, their presence adds an intriguing layer to the mix. Could their Hollywood savvy translate to outwitting, outplaying, and outlasting the competition? The cast is divided into three tribes of six, with no unifying theme for the divisions, keeping things unpredictable. Fans can expect a diverse group, as CBS continues its commitment to inclusivity, requiring at least 50% of the cast to be Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC). Rumored names like Savannah, Sophie, Sage, Matt, and Annie have popped up on fan sites, with some speculation about a strong female presence potentially dominating the game. Two players from this season are also confirmed to return for Survivor 50 in 2026, adding extra stakes to their performance. Stay tuned for the official cast reveal closer to the premiere for full details on their backgrounds and strategies. Location: Back to Fiji's Stunning Shores No surprises here—Survivor Season 49 returns to the Mamanuca Islands in Fiji, a fan-favorite filming location since Season 33. These picturesque islands, known for their turquoise waters and lush jungles, provide a breathtaking yet brutal backdrop. This time, players will face a sweltering Fijian summer, with Jeff Probst describing it as so intense it'll feel like 'the jungle is breathing on you.' The heat could amplify the physical and mental challenges, pushing castaways to their limits as they navigate starvation, alliances, and betrayals. Fiji's consistent use as a filming location ensures stunning visuals and familiar terrain, but the unpredictable weather and rugged conditions will keep the game as tough as ever. What to Expect Next: Twists, Challenges, and More Season 49 is expected to build on the momentum of recent years, with fast-paced gameplay, limited food supplies, and new twists aimed at keeping both castaways and viewers on edge. Rumors suggest a fresh advantage might shake up tribal dynamics early in the game, possibly altering the traditional power structure. There's also talk of more cross-tribe alliances forming before the merge, creating unpredictable vote-outs and blindsides. Emotional backstories, unexpected hero arcs, and big betrayals are practically guaranteed. Host Jeff Probst, who has helmed the show since day one, continues to guide players through the emotional highs and lows, adding his signature commentary at every tribal council. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Bowen Yang Explains Why He Was So Emotional During ‘SNL' Finale Curtain Call: 'Just Processing'
After wrapping up his sixth season with the Saturday Night Live cast, Bowen Yang is reflecting on a milestone year. The 4x Emmy nominee recently explained why he was so emotional during the curtain call for last weekend's Season 50 finale of the NBC sketch comedy show, during which he could be seen hugging co-star Sarah Sherman, on the verge of tears. More from Deadline 'Saturday Night Live' Wraps Season 50 With No Cast Goodbyes In Finale As NBC Series Prepares For Departures Bowen Yang Thinks 'SNL' Should Be Allowed To Curse On Air: 'We're Dismantling The FCC' Ryan Pinkston, Anissa Borrego, Arianna Davis & Taylor Dunbar Join 'Stumble' NBC Comedy Pilot 'I think you get to a point at SNL where you understand that you're on the downswing of things,' he told Entertainment Weekly. 'I think I was just processing that being one of the last 'last nights' that I would have, and that is a huge thing.' Yang added, 'Every finale at goodnights something leaves my body because I'm just relieved from all that happened in that season and this was a big one. We went through a lot, so many fun memories. I think that was probably what was registering. I was just like, oh, I need to savor these moments before I don't have them anymore.' After the finale gave no news of cast departures, Yang dodged the question of whether he'll return for Season 51. 'No, we're not doing that,' he said with a laugh. Thank you, Scarlett Johansson, Bad Bunny, Mike Myers, and RaiNao! Goodnight! — Saturday Night Live – SNL (@nbcsnl) May 18, 2025 It is unclear when we will get news on departing SNL cast members. Traditionally, veterans who decide to leave make the announcement in the weeks following the season finale. After taking some time off, Lorne Michaels gets back to work by July, with decisions on who would not be asked back usually made in August-early September. Yang joined the cast of SNL with Season 45 in 2019 after starting on the writing staff the year before. Best of Deadline 'The Last of Us' Season 2 Release Schedule: When Do New Episodes Come Out? 'The Last Of Us': Differences Between HBO Series & Video Game Across Seasons 1 And 2 Sean 'Diddy' Combs Sex-Trafficking Trial Updates: Cassie Ventura's Testimony, $10M Hotel Settlement, Drugs, Violence, & The Feds
