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Shehzad Poonawalla Folding Swara Bhasker’s Saree on Rise & Fall 2 Wasn’t on Fans’ Bingo Card

Shehzad Poonawalla helping Swara Bhasker fold her saree has become the latest talking point from Rise & Fall Season 2, highlighting their unexpected friendship.

Shehzad Poonawalla helps Swara Bhasker fold her saree on Rise & Fall Season 2
Shehzad Poonawalla and Swara Bhasker share a light moment while folding a saree on Rise & Fall 2.
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Shehzad Poonawalla Swara Bhasker moments continue to surprise Rise & Fall Season 2 viewers. A new clip from the reality show shows Shehzad helping Swara fold her saree, giving audiences another glimpse of the unexpected friendship developing between the two contestants. The pairing has attracted attention because the two have publicly represented contrasting political viewpoints and have previously been involved in disagreements over their views.

Shehzad Poonawalla, Swara Bhasker moments continue to surprise Rise & Fall Season 2 viewers. A new clip from the reality show shows Shehzad helping Swara fold her saree, giving audiences another glimpse of the unexpected friendship developing between the two contestants.

The pairing has attracted attention because the two have publicly represented contrasting political viewpoints and have previously been involved in disagreements over their views. On the show, however, their equation appears to have taken a more friendly turn.

The saree-folding clip circulated on social media and received mixed reactions, with viewers discussing whether personal relationships can remain unaffected by political differences.

Fans React to the Saree Moment

Some viewers praised the interaction as an example of maintaining personal relationships despite differences in political opinion. Others used the moment to debate Swara’s political positioning.

The clip also prompted jokes involving former contestant Siwet Tomar, who was evicted shortly after the show's premiere following a physical altercation with Poonawalla.

The saree moment is not the first time the two contestants have been seen sharing a lighter equation. Earlier episodes showed Poonawalla helping Swara with her fitness routine, with the actor appearing to appreciate his efforts.

Their changing dynamic has consequently emerged as one of the more unexpected interpersonal storylines of the season.

Shehzad Becomes Ultimate Ruler

The developments come as Poonawalla continues to remain central to the competition. In Wednesday’s episode, he emerged as the Ultimate Ruler after defeating Gautam Gulati in a contest.

Meanwhile, Karan Patel and Tej Pratap Yadav have taken voluntary exits from the show. Yadav reportedly left because of other commitments, while Patel’s departure was linked to health concerns.

Siwet Tomar and Anish Bhagat had also previously exited the competition.

With four contestants having now left the show, Rise & Fall Season 2 is set to introduce two wildcard entries, adding another twist to the ongoing competition.

The show streams on MX Player, with new episodes released daily at noon.

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