New Delhi: Shehzad Poonawalla has won Rise And Fall Season 2, taking home the trophy and Rs 35 lakh in prize money. The reality show concluded with its grand finale on November 6, where actor Priyanka Chahar Choudhary finished as the first runner-up and Gautam Gulati secured third place.
Hosted by former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag, the second season featured contestants from the television and entertainment industries. After weeks of tasks, rivalries and shifting alliances, Shehzad emerged as the winner.
Following his victory, he announced that he would donate the entire Rs 35 lakh prize money to the Chief Minister’s relief fund for states affected by floods. The completion of the donation, however, is yet to be independently confirmed.
How Did Shehzad Poonawalla Win Rise And Fall 2?
Shehzad’s journey to the finale was strengthened by his performance in the Ticket to Finale task, which he completed alongside Rishabh Jaiswal. The duo competed against Karan Patel and Jashwanth Bopanna.
Shehzad and Rishabh completed the task in 23 minutes and 46 seconds, while their opponents took 35 minutes and 38 seconds. Their victory made Shehzad the first finalist of the season.
He also became the show’s second Ultimate Ruler. His journey featured several confrontations, including an initial clash with Swara Bhasker that eventually turned into a friendship. He was also involved in a physical altercation with Siwet Tomar, who was disqualified from the competition.
How Much Prize Money Did Shehzad Poonawalla Win?
Along with the Rise And Fall 2 trophy, Shehzad won Rs 35 lakh as prize money.
After the finale, he announced his decision to donate the entire winning amount to the Chief Minister’s relief fund for flood-affected states. While the announcement drew attention to his post-victory plans, confirmation of the actual transfer is awaited.
Who Were The Top Five Contestants Of Rise And Fall 2?
The season ended with Shehzad Poonawalla at the top, followed by Priyanka Chahar Choudhary and Gautam Gulati.
The final five positions were:
- Shehzad Poonawalla – Winner
- Priyanka Chahar Choudhary – First runner-up
- Gautam Gulati – Third place
- Swara Bhasker – Fourth place
- Karan Patel – Fifth place
With Shehzad lifting the trophy, the second season of Rise And Fall has wrapped up after a run marked by competitive tasks, changing alliances and heated confrontations.
