Reality shows are known for heated arguments, rivalries and dramatic confrontations, but things can take a serious turn when contestants get physical. Over the years, several Indian reality show contestants have faced eviction or expulsion after violating rules related to physical violence.
The latest name to join the list is Siwet Tomar, who was removed from Rise & Fall Season 2 after a physical altercation with Shehzad Poonawalla. However, he is not the first reality show contestant to face such consequences. From Bigg Boss to Khatron Ke Khiladi and other reality shows, several popular names have seen their journeys end abruptly after physical confrontations.
Here is a look at contestants who were removed or expelled from reality shows following physical altercations.
Siwet Tomar – Rise & Fall Season 2
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Siwet Tomar's journey in Rise & Fall Season 2 came to an end after his argument with Shehzad Poonawalla turned physical. The incident took place during the show's Ultimate Ruler race.
According to reports, Siwet grabbed Shehzad by the neck and pushed him down during the heated exchange. Shehzad was left injured and his clothes were reportedly torn during the altercation.
Since physical violence is not permitted inside the Tower, disciplinary action was taken against Siwet and he was removed from the show. Swara Bhasker and Karan Patel also chose to walk out in protest, saying that Shehzad's provocation had contributed to the escalation.
Kushal Tandon – Bigg Boss 7
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Kushal Tandon's Bigg Boss 7 journey also took an unexpected turn after he got into a physical altercation with VJ Andy.
The incident happened after Andy made a remark about Kushal's then-girlfriend Gauahar Khan. Kushal became angry and grabbed Andy by the neck. His actions resulted in him being expelled from the Bigg Boss house.
However, Kushal's exit did not last forever. Gauahar threatened to leave the show if he was not brought back, and he was subsequently allowed to return.
Asim Riaz – Khatron Ke Khiladi 14
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Asim Riaz was expelled from Khatron Ke Khiladi 14 following a major confrontation involving host Rohit Shetty and other contestants.
The situation escalated after Asim criticised the contestants following a stunt-related disagreement. He subsequently got into an intense exchange with Rohit Shetty and other participants. Rohit eventually announced his expulsion from the show.
Unlike some Bigg Boss contestants who were later brought back, Asim's Khatron Ke Khiladi 14 journey ended with the expulsion.
Madhurima Tuli – Bigg Boss 13
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Madhurima Tuli's stint on Bigg Boss 13 ended after a physical confrontation with her former partner and fellow contestant Vishal Aditya Singh.
The two had several heated arguments during their time on the show. During one incident, Vishal reportedly splashed water on Madhurima, after which she hit him with a frying pan.
Following the incident, Madhurima was asked to leave the show. Her exit became one of the most talked-about instances of physical violence in Bigg Boss.
Umar Riaz – Bigg Boss 15
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Umar Riaz was eliminated from Bigg Boss 15 after a physical altercation with Pratik Sehajpal.
Umar had reportedly been warned several times about his aggressive behaviour. After his confrontation with Pratik turned physical, host Salman Khan announced his elimination.
His exit came as a surprise to several housemates, who initially found it difficult to believe that Umar had actually been eliminated.
Vikas Gupta – Bigg Boss 14
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Vikas Gupta's Bigg Boss 14 journey ended after his conflict with Arshi Khan escalated.
The two had a tense equation inside the house. During one confrontation, Vikas pushed Arshi towards the swimming pool. The incident led to disciplinary action, and Vikas was expelled from the show.
His eviction was another example of how physical confrontations could lead to immediate consequences inside the Bigg Boss house.
Ajaz Khan – Bigg Boss Halla Bol
Ajaz Khan was also asked to leave Bigg Boss Halla Bol after a physical altercation with Ali Quli Mi
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The actor was involved in a heated confrontation with Ali, with reports stating that he attempted to strangle his fellow contestant. Following the incident, Ajaz had to leave the show.
Pooja Misra – Bigg Boss 5
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Pooja Misra became one of the early Bigg Boss contestants to face consequences for getting physical.
During Bigg Boss 5, she pushed fellow contestant Siddharth Bharadwaj during an argument. The incident eventually led to her being removed from the show.
Her aggressive confrontations became a recurring talking point during her stint in the house.
Arbaz Patel – The 50
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More recently, The 50 also saw a reported physical altercation involving Arbaz Patel and Prince Narula.
Arbaz was reportedly removed from the reality show after allegedly slapping Prince during an argument linked to comments involving Nikki Tamboli. Reports described the show's action as part of its stance against physical violence.
Why Do Reality Shows Take Physical Fights So Seriously?
Physical violence is generally treated differently from verbal arguments on reality shows. Contestants can often survive heated debates, personal clashes and confrontations, but physical aggression can lead to warnings, punishments, nominations or even immediate removal.
The consequences, however, can vary depending on the show, the incident and the makers' decision. Kushal Tandon, for instance, was expelled from Bigg Boss 7 but later returned, while other contestants such as Asim Riaz and Siwet Tomar saw their respective reality show journeys come to an end after disciplinary action.
Siwet Tomar's recent exit from Rise & Fall Season 2 has once again brought attention to the strict rules surrounding physical violence on Indian reality shows. From Kushal Tandon and Madhurima Tuli to Asim Riaz, Umar Riaz and Vikas Gupta, several well-known contestants have faced major consequences after their on-screen confrontations crossed the line into physical altercations.
While every incident and disciplinary decision has been different, these cases show how quickly a reality-show rivalry can change the course of a contestant's journey.
FAQs
1. Why was Siwet Tomar removed from Rise & Fall Season 2?
Siwet Tomar was removed from Rise & Fall Season 2 after his argument with Shehzad Poonawalla turned physical. Reports said he grabbed Shehzad by the neck and pushed him down.
2. Was Kushal Tandon removed from Bigg Boss?
Yes. Kushal Tandon was expelled from Bigg Boss 7 after a physical altercation with VJ Andy. He was later brought back to the show.
3. Why was Asim Riaz expelled from Khatron Ke Khiladi 14?
Asim Riaz was expelled from Khatron Ke Khiladi 14 following a heated confrontation involving host Rohit Shetty and other contestants.