The Rise and Fall Season 1 hosted by Ashneer Grover, concluded on October 17, 2025. Arjun Bijlani is crowned the champion in a much-anticipated finale.
The grand finale and the prize
The final showdown witnessed Arjun Bijlani competing against Aarush Bhola and Arbaaz Patel, with Dhanashree Verma, Akriti Negi, and Nayandeep Rakshit also making it to the concluding episodes. The results were based on tasks, reveals, and audience judgments. Bijlani was announced the winner and awarded ₹28 lakh along with the winner’s trophy.
Journey from basement to throne
According to Indian Express, Bijlani’s path to victory wasn’t effortless. He was sent to the “basement” earlier in the game, making his revival all the more dramatic. There were strategic planning, forming alliances, and leading with virtue which helped in staging multiple comebacks. His emotional reunion with family, particularly being reunited with his wife Neha Swami, summed up a poignant layer to his win.
Strategy, moments & controversies
A defining move was Bijlani’s strategy of staying natural under pressure. He bypassed unnecessary drama and tried to maintain authenticity. This strategy resonated with both contestants and viewers. One of the most talked-about moments include the reaction when co-contestant Akriti Negi made a gesture at him. Bijlani chose restraint instead of retaliating, which was considered a key to keeping integrity intact.
Rise and Fall may have ended, but Bijlani’s win marks the advent of a new chapter. His journey from basement to the top is a reminder that in reality television, technique, empathy, and discretion can carry weight.
