New Delhi, September 29, 2026

A heated confrontation on Rise & Fall Season 2 took a physical turn after former BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla and reality TV personality Siwet Tomar became involved in a clash. The incident quickly emerged as a major controversy surrounding the show, with Tomar eventually being removed from the competition over the physical altercation.

Tensions between the two contestants intensified during the “Ultimate Ruler” race and continued afterwards. Their disagreement escalated further when Poonawalla questioned Tomar over his interaction with Swara Bhasker, despite Tomar having earlier said that he would not engage with her.

The argument subsequently turned physical, with Tomar grabbing Poonawalla and pushing him down during the confrontation. Poonawalla was later seen displaying his torn clothes and apparent injuries on camera. Following the incident, the makers took disciplinary action against Tomar for violating the show’s rules on physical aggression.

The decision triggered further drama inside the show as Swara Bhasker and Karan Patel objected to Tomar’s removal, maintaining that provocation had also played a role in the confrontation. They subsequently chose to walk out alongside Tomar in protest.

The episode has now drawn attention beyond the competition itself, with conflicting accounts surrounding the confrontation continuing to fuel discussion. Tomar has defended his actions following his exit, while Poonawalla’s team has condemned the physical incident, keeping the controversy in the spotlight.