Swara Bhasker and Shehzad Poonawalla clash on Rise and Fall 2

Rise and Fall 2 Swara Bhasker Shehzad Poonawalla reality TV Virender Sehwag

Actress Swara Bhasker and political figure Shehzad Poonawalla have engaged in a heated confrontation on the reality show ‘Rise and Fall 2’. The exchange, prompted by host Virender Sehwag questioning Poonawalla’s decision to ignore Bhasker despite their previous social media rivalry, turned political. Bhasker criticized Poonawalla’s social media activity, noting his numerous tweets and videos, and remarked that the show is a game rather than an election, suggesting his political career would not be revived through the program. Poonawalla responded by referencing Bhasker’s husband, Fahad Ahmad.

In a separate development during the show’s launch, Bhasker addressed online body shaming. She wore a blouse embroidered with the word ‘fat’ to confront trolls who have criticized her weight since her pregnancy. Bhasker stated she accepts the labels used by strangers but emphasized that a woman’s body is not merely a hanger for glamour or sexuality.

Additionally, reports indicate that actor Gautam Gulati is among the contestants on the second season, reportedly serving as the highest-paid participant with a weekly fee of ₹45L.

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Amazon MX Player · Gautam Gulati · Rise and Fall 2 · Shehzad Poonawalla · Swara Bhasker · Virender Sehwag

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[● 2 SOURCES] Host Virender Sehwag questioned Shehzad Poonawalla regarding his refusal to speak to Swara Bhasker on the show despite their social media history. samacharnama.com · www.bhaskarhindi.com
[● 2 SOURCES] Swara Bhasker remarked that the show is a game rather than an election during a dispute with Poonawalla. samacharnama.com · www.bhaskarhindi.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Swara Bhasker stated she accepts and is proud of the derogatory terms used to body-shame her. hindi.newsbytesapp.com
[● 2 SOURCES] Shehzad Poonawalla stated he will always oppose those who speak against the country. samacharnama.com · www.bhaskarhindi.com
[● 2 SOURCES] Swara Bhasker alleged Shehzad Poonawalla has made 36 tweets and several videos regarding her since the show's announcement. samacharnama.com · www.bhaskarhindi.com