Secret Story (Portuguese TV series)
Secret Story is a Portuguese reality television series based on the international format Big Brother, where a group of contestants, known as "housemates," live together in a specially constructed house, isolated from the outside world. The housemates are constantly under video and audio surveillance.
The show's premise revolves around the housemates keeping secrets from one another while simultaneously trying to discover the secrets of their fellow contestants. Each season typically features a diverse cast with a wide range of personalities and backgrounds.
Viewers are able to follow the housemates' daily lives through televised broadcasts and online streaming platforms. They also have the opportunity to vote to evict housemates they dislike, ultimately deciding who will win the grand prize.
The series has been broadcast on TVI, a Portuguese television channel, and has enjoyed significant popularity since its debut. Various versions and spin-offs of the show have been produced. The show is known for its dramatic confrontations, strategic gameplay, and exploration of human relationships under pressure. The secrets themselves are often personal or related to the housemates' pasts.