Shehzad Poonawalla and Swara Bhasker clash on Rise & Fall 2
The political commentator and actor exchanged words during a heated argument on the reality show's Judgement Day episode.
Political commentator Shehzad Poonawalla and actor Swara Bhasker engaged in a heated argument during the Judgement Day episode of Rise & Fall Season 2, according to India Today. The dispute began when Poonawalla accused Bhasker of repeatedly taunting and humiliating him.
During the confrontation, Bhasker claimed Poonawalla's reaction was due to a bruised ego. Poonawalla responded by telling Bhasker, “You should focus on your career first.” The argument intensified with sharp words being exchanged before Gautam intervened to suggest Bhasker's remarks had hurt Poonawalla.
The clash occurred as host Virender Sehwag questioned contestants about their conduct. Sehwag objected to Poonawalla using the word “vamp” for Priyanka Chahar Choudhary, stating such remarks about a woman were unacceptable. Sehwag also questioned Karan Patel's contribution to the game and described Niharika Tiwari as a rebel without a cause.
The episode concluded with the show's first triple eviction. Manish Kashyap and Jashwanth Bopanna were immediately eliminated after receiving no votes. Following a vote where Swara Bhasker supported Rishabh Jaiswal, Rishabh was also eliminated.
The voting process also highlighted tensions within the Rulers' alliance, as Karan Patel questioned Bhasker for departing from an agreed plan. Rise & Fall Season 2 is produced by Banijay Asia and streams on Prime Video.