In a surprising twist, Nikki Tamboli has entered the Rise and Fall house not to compete but to address the growing chatter around her boyfriend, Arbaz Patel’s comments to fellow contestant, Dhanashree Verma. The hug controversy, which went viral online, saw Arbaz telling Dhanashree to avoid hugging male housemates and instead stick to side hugs, a statement that sparked a heated conversation online. Now Nikki has entered the house to support her boyfriend and address the same.
Nikki Tamboli cleared the air around Arbaz Patel’s side hug remark
Nikki, known for her straightforward nature since her Bigg Boss days, decided to set the record straight. According to her, the situation was misunderstood and blown out of proportion. She emphasised that Arbaz’s reaction stemmed from his conservative upbringing, not from any form of possessiveness or judgment. She could be quoted as saying:
“Arbaz comes from a very reserved background. He hasn’t been around girls who hug so closely, so his reaction came from a place of concern, not discomfort. He was just being protective and caring at that moment.”
