i would say no? the challenge was greenlit in 2022 and started taking applications then then filmimg began in january 2023 so the challenge was already announced and known before the reported remake was rumor that started in april 2023
i dont think theres been much report on it since then so it might still be in the bubble but the challenge is definitely a separate project
I just watched the game show and it was frustrating how everyone just let Ashley not take a turn. Mai is the only one with a backbone and called her out and then everyone turned on her.
It should be noted they filmed both seasons back to back, so no long wait before Season 3. Also, it means they put together a two-season arc that should wrap up nicely.