Rise and Fall winner Arjun Bijlani pens heartfelt note after his win: 'My BIGGEST strength was..'

Actor Arjun Bijlani has emerged as the winner of Rise and Fall, the reality competition hosted by Ashneer Grover. The show, known for its intense format and mental challenges, saw several popular faces from television and social media compete for power, survival, and the ultimate title. After weeks of navigating complex dynamics and living in a controlled environment, Arjun took home the trophy and prize money of ?28.10 lakh.

Post his win, Arjun shared a heartfelt post on Instagram that highlighted not just his victory, but also the emotional cost and personal growth he experienced during the show.

Taking to his Instagram handle, he wrote, : '42 DAYS.

42 days of staying away from my family. But since day one, my biggest strength was my son, Ayaan. And the day he came in on the show, it was my best moment!
Every time things got difficult, I reminded myself...a father doesn’t quit. Cause when my son watches this, I wanted him to know that his father fought with heart, and never stopped rising.
Yes, today I stand here as the ultimate winner of Rise and Fall, but more than this trophy, it’s the journey that changed me.
The falls taught me humility. The rises taught me gratitude.
To everyone who stood by me, prayed for me, voted for me, cheered for me when I couldn’t even hear you...thank you so much. This victory is not just mine alone…it belongs to all of us.'

Throughout the season, Arjun showcased both emotional vulnerability and competitive strength. His moments of self-doubt, leadership under pressure, and willingness to stand up for what he believed in made him a strong player and a relatable figure for viewers.

The show’s format, which placed contestants in two groups based on status — those who rose in the tower and those who lived below in basic conditions — required them to earn power while navigating social strategy and tasks. Arjun frequently shifted between these levels, experiencing both privilege and hardship. In the finale, he stood alongside Aarush Bhola and Arbaz Patel as the top three, before being declared the winner.

Earlier in the show, Arjun was seen breaking down emotionally when he was shown pictures of his family. His bond with his son was a recurring theme, and his strength often came from thinking about what kind of example he wanted to set as a father.

Now that the show has ended, Arjun’s message has resonated with his fans, not only as a note of gratitude but also as a reminder of resilience. Many have praised the honesty in his words and the dignity with which he played the game.

His win in Rise and Fall has added another milestone to his career, but more importantly, it has revealed a side of him that audiences had not seen before — someone who can rise with strength, fall with grace, and come back with even more purpose.