Already a massive hit in overseas, Playground has built a passionate fanbase by combining creator culture, competition, strategy, and reality entertainment. Produced by Rusk Media and streaming on Amazon MiniTV, the franchise has attracted over 25M views and established itself as a major force in competition entertainment.
15 PLAYERS. 3 SQUADS. 1 EPIC WINNER
We’re searching nationwide for digital creators, ages 18-25, who have:🔥 BIG personalities🎮 Serious competitive instincts📱 Engaged social audiences⚡ Strategic minds🏆 A drive to WIN🌟 Breakout-star potential
15 Americans will be selected to travel to Mumbai, India, where you’ll live and compete alongside other creators during an intense 10-day competition.
You’ll battle it out in the game arena, take on physical and real-world challenges, fight for power within your squad, build alliances, navigate rivalries—and play the social game happening inside the house.
FILMING JANUARY 2027 (approx 15 days of travel Jan 6th- Jan 21st)
✈️ *Must have valid passort and able to travel internationally
ALL TRAVEL EXPENSES PAID + COMPENSATION + PRIZE MONEY
🎥 Upload a fun video looking your best — we want to see your personality shine... That’s how we'll choose our finalists!You need to complete this application in one attempt. Your progress is not saved or stored.
Deadline to apply 9/18/26
DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO BECOME THE NEXT BREAKOUT STAR ON A GLOBAL STAGE?
First Name *
Last Name *
Email *
Age (Date of birth) *
Contact number *
City *
State *
Occupation *
Relationship Status *
Tell us about your social media: What type of content do you create, how long have you been creating, what is your engagement, and what are you known for (or want to be known for)? *
What’s your story? Where did you grow up and what was your family life like? What experiences, accomplishments, or challenges have shaped who you are today? *
Tell us all about your gaming skills: What games are you best at (e-sports, board games, mobile games, Role Playing Games, TTRPG, etc)? What are you currently playing? How would you rate your skills from 1–10, and why? Are you a competitive or casual gamer? Be descriptive: *
What misconceptions do people have about you based on your online persona? What’s the most unhinged comment or DM you’ve received? *
How competitive are you on a scale of 1–10? Give us an example that proves it. What extent will you go to for bragging rights? *
Describe your fitness: What sports, workouts, or physical activities do you participate in? If so, how often? Did you grow up playing sports? Tell us about it: *
When it comes to money, are you a SPENDER, SAVER, or GAMBLER? Do you play it safe or take big risks? What’s your financial strategy? *
Have you appeared on any other TV shows or digital series? Please list any competition, dating, reality, game, or other shows you’ve participated in. Are you still under any talent contracts? *
What will you bring to the competition that will make viewers root for you, love you, hate you—or just NEED to see what you do next? What are you out to prove, how do you want audiences to remember about you? *
Clear headshot *
Full body shot *
Instagram *
Tiktok
Twitch
Youtube
Do you hold a valid US Passport or can you get one? If you have one, what is the expiration date of your passport? *
Is there anything that could prevent you from traveling internationally for approximately 15 days in January 2027 for filming? (approx Jan 6th- Jan 21st) If yes, please explain. *
How did you hear about this casting? *
UPLOAD (2-3 min) VIDEO: INSTRUCTIONS: *Put your phone / device in landscape mode UNLOCKED. (Horizontal) *Be somewhere quiet and well lit –outside or inside, we just need to see & hear you. *Look your best and have fun! DETAILS: Start with a quick intro about yourself. Why do you want to be in the competition? What will make you standout? What's your competitve edge and strategy for winning? Any fun facts or what people are surprised to learn about you?
If you have issues uploading, add to Vimeo/Youtube/Google Drive and send link to: [email protected]
I AGREE *
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