The reality show Rise and Fall recently witnessed a deeply emotional moment when wrestler Sangeeta Phogat exited the sets following the tragic demise of her father-in-law, Balwan Singh Punia, father of Olympic medallist Bajrang Punia.
Will Sangeeta Phogat return?
While fans have been asking if Sangeeta will rejoin the show after fulfilling family obligations, the answer is most likely no. The show’s competitive format does not usually allow participants who exit midway due to personal reasons to re-enter. Once a contestant steps away, the journey effectively ends, as the pattern and rules of Rise and Fall are designed to maintain continuity and fairness.
Why she left the show
Sangeeta was informed of the heartbreaking news on set and broke down in tears before deciding to leave immediately. For her, family came first, and she chose to stand by her husband and in-laws during the difficult time.
The bigger picture
Sangeeta married Bajrang Punia in November 2020, and the Phogat-Punia families share a strong bond rooted in wrestling traditions. With the passing of Balwan Singh, a man credited as the guiding force behind Bajrang’s success, the family is now in mourning.
Given the sensitive nature of the tragedy and the strict structure of Rise and Fall, it is highly unlikely that Sangeeta Phogat will return to the show.
