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An Apprentice candidate has suggested the programme will be on air for just two more series.
The BBC One business reality show has been on screens since 2005 but it may soon come to an end, according to one former contestant.
Raj Chohan, who was given the boot from the current series this week, believes BBC bosses will axe the show if Lord Alan Sugar was to quit.
She said he has vowed to leave the programme once it reaches its 20th series.
When asked what advice she had for future candidates, she told The Sun: ‘I definitely think if it’s in you and you want to have the opportunity, have Lord Sugar’s investment then do it.
Raj Chohan, who was given the boot from the current series this week, believes BBC bosses will axe the show if Lord Alan Sugar was to quit
She said Lord Alan Sugar has vowed to leave the programme once it reaches its 20th series
‘He said he’s going to do it for 20 years, he’s done 18 series so just two series left now.
‘Now is your time, don’t be scared, go for it and if it’s meant to be it’ll happen and if it’s not, it’s not the end of the world.’
However, Lord Sugar previously told The Sun he thought the BBC would keep the show on even if he decided to leave.
He said: ‘There’s no reason why I can’t go on to do 25 years. I’m very fit, so I don’t know whether it stops at 20. But if I ever did stop, I get a feeling the BBC wouldn’t stop it.
‘I think they would try to find someone new to do it and that’s where it might kill itself off.’
Raj and Maura Rath were both axed by Lord Sugar in a shocking double eviction during Thursday’s episode of The Apprentice.
The business mogul felt he had no choice but to send the two packing following this week’s chaotic TV shopping task.
Mortgage broker Raj led the team as project manager as they selected items to sell live on air only for things to quickly turn sour.
Maura Rath (pictured) and Raj Chohan were both axed by Lord Sugar in a shocking double eviction during Thursday’s episode of The Apprentice
The business mogul felt he had no choice but to send the two packing following this week’s chaotic TV shopping task (Raj pictured)
Mortgage broker Raj led the team as project manager as they selected items to sell live on air only for things to quickly turn sour
An over enthusiastic Maura shouted through her segment while attempting to flog a tent, leading to complaints from the viewers and failing to make sales.
‘Tell her to stop shouting!’ the team behind the camera exclaimed only for an oblivious Maura to continue with her antics in on screen.
She excitedly threw her arms in the air as she larked around with the tent and shouted: ‘Who’s going camping? Me! me!’.
While her fellow team mates covered their ears and her director fumed: ‘Tell her to shouting, she doesn’t need to keep shouting!’.
Back in the boardroom Lord Sugar said: ‘This is a selling task, your selling skills Raj, although you say are good, were not good in this case…..but the salesmanship was no good whatsoever’.
‘Maura, I’m sorry Maura but you turned people off, created complaints’.
He went on to blame Raj for not yanking a squealing Maura off air saying: ‘I think the project manager should have pulled you when she watched you and saw you doing it’.
‘And for that reason, Raj, I’m sorry, but I think you are responsible for the failure of this task and therefore You’re Fired’.
He was then torn between Maura and fellow team mate Flo Edwards, who was also in the firing line after dropping prices of the products.
An over enthusiastic Maura shouted through her segment while attempting to flog a tent, leading to complaints from the viewers and failing to make sales
Karren Brady watched on in horror
Back in the boardroom Lord Sugar said: ‘This is a selling task, your selling skills Raj, although you say are good, were not good in this case…..but the salesmanship was no good whatsoever’
He was then torn between Maura and fellow team mate Flo Edwards (pictured) who was also in the firing line after dropping prices of the products
Before snapping: ‘I have to balance in my mind if its 50/50. Honestly, I don’t see it like that, I see it more 70/30. So, Maura it is with regret You’re Fired’.
Upon her exit Raj said: ‘I will take ownership of my mistakes and unfortunately Lord Sugar couldn’t see the investment potential in me, but it’s ok I carry on’.
While Maura concluded in the back of her black taxi: ‘I was screaming didn’t realise it, but you know what it’s just who I am. I have passion and no regrets.’
The Apprentice airs Thursdays at 9pm on BBC One and BBC IPlayer.
THE APPRENTICE 2024: MEET THE CANDIDATES
Amina Khan
Occupation: Pharmacist and Business Owner
Location: Ilford
Amina has been a qualified pharmacist for over a decade, in which time she has created a successful skincare and supplements business.
Flo Edwards
Occupation: Recruitment Consultant
Location: London
Flo revealed that she started her own consultancy, making her ready to tackle Lord Sugar.
Foluso Falade
Occupation: Project Manager
Location: Manchester
Foluso brands herself the ‘Mary Poppins of business’ and revealed that her aim is to run the first Social Enterprise to win Lord Sugar’s investment.
Maura Rath
Occupation: Owner, Yoga Company
Location: Wexford
Maura is taking the edge as a yoga teacher into her appearance.
Noor Bouziane
Occupation: Owner, Jewellery Company
Location: Liverpool
Ambitious owner of a premium jewellery company Noor professed that she will generate a wealth of cash for Lord Sugar thanks to the unique nature of her business.
Onyeka Nweze
Occupation: Chartered Company Secretary
Location: London
Onyeka revealed her plan is to be the first tech business investment made by Lord Sugar in eighteen series.
Rachel Woolford
Occupation: Boutique Fitness Studio Owner
Location: Leeds
Business-minded from a very young age, Rachel has plenty of experience managing her work independently. As well as her hard work in the office, she also shares her fitness triumphs on social media including running the New York Marathon in 2019.
Raj Chohan
Occupation: Mortgage Broker
Location: Leamington Spa
Raj admits that while she is a grafter, she is determined to have fun while working – as illustrated on her fun-filled Instagram account. A self-confessed ‘dog with a bone’ when meeting her targets, she wants to hit a gap in the market and will do whatever it takes for success.
Sam Saadet
Occupation: Pre and Post Natal Fitness Coach
Location: Essex
Sam revealed her friends call her a real Del Boy for being ‘part-wheeler dealer’ as well as her eye for a bargain. An online fitness coach with a focus on mums and mums-to-be, she’s hoping to prove her business brain to Lord Sugar.
Dr. Asif Munaf
Occupation: Owner, Wellness Brand
Location: Sheffield
Asif boldly describes himself as ‘Beauty, brains, body and business’ on his CV. The qualified doctor’s business plan focuses on vitamins and supplements.
Jack Davies
Occupation: Recruitment Director
Location: Bristol
As well as his work as a recruitment director, Jack also acts as a food reviewer, meaning he is ready with diverse knowledge and skills for challenges.
Oliver Medforth
Occupation: Sales Executive
Location: Yorkshire
Oliver’s background in selling at markets has him looking forward to the famous sales tasks. He is often seen plugging his wares on social media – particularly his gin range.
Paul Bowen
Occupation: Director, Pie Company
Location: Lancashire
One of two pie company experts entering the process, Paul prides his business on big name clients such as Manchester City Football Club.
Dr. Paul Midha
Occupation: Owner, Dental Group
Location: Leeds
Paul started his practice using every resource he had. Used to extensive learning from studying as a dentist, Paul is set on Lord Sugar’s investment and all that he can teach him about the world of business.
Phil Turner
Occupation: Owner, Pie Company
Location: Bognor Regis
Phil was awarded ‘Supreme Pie Champion’ in 2020 for his family-owned pie business, which dates back to the 1930s. He’s hoping to prove himself to Lord Sugar and start making him some real dough.
Steve Darken
Occupation: Management Consultant
Location: London
Steve claims that he shares Lord Sugar’s sharp mind and sense of humour. Consulting for ‘some of the biggest companies in the world’, he’s ready to take on the boardroom.
Tre Lowe
Occupation: Music & Wellness Entrepreneur
Location: London
Tre has had his previous tastes of fame, including in the UK garage band named Architechs. His Instagram account is a who’s who of the showbiz world, including snaps with Simon Cowell and Emily Ratajkowski.
Virdi Singh Mazaria
Occupation: Music Producer
Location: Leicester
DJ Virdi wants to introduce Lord Sugar to world he’s yet to invest in – music. His life is certainly filled with luxury as he shares frequent snaps on flash holidays and in front of pricey motors.
