The rivalry between Abhishek Malhan, also known as Fukra Insaan, and Munawar Faruqui has taken a new turn after Faruqui’s early exit from The Traitors Season 2. The two reality TV stars have been trading social media jabs following Munawar’s elimination in the first Circle of Shaq, leaving fans divided over the growing feud.
Munawar Faruqui, the winner of Bigg Boss 17 and Lock Upp Season 1, was considered one of the strongest players on the Karan Johar-hosted show. However, he was voted out during the very first elimination round, shocking viewers and fellow contestants alike. The comedian, who was an ‘innocent’ in the game, received the highest number of votes after several players, including Abhishek, targeted him for being a strategic threat.
Munawar Faruqui Breaks Silence on Early Elimination
Following his eviction, Munawar opened up about his experience, admitting that he felt deeply hurt by how things unfolded. In an interview with Hindustan Times, he confessed that other contestants had already decided to eliminate him because of his popularity and reputation as a strong reality-show player.
“I was on an even bigger level than a Traitor on that show. That’s why all of them decided to eliminate me first. They were giving nonsense logic. Everyone was talking about me. I was very upset because I wanted to play the game and that too, very well.”
Munawar also claimed that he was targeted due to insecurity among the contestants. He pointed out that even after his elimination, his name continued to come up in conversations inside the show. He said he felt betrayed by people who had approached him as friends but still voted against him.
Abhishek Malhan Responds with Instagram Stories
The war of words escalated when Munawar Faruqui took an indirect dig at Abhishek Malhan on his Instagram Stories. Without naming Abhishek directly, Munawar suggested that if someone wanted to win badly, they should consider joining Alliance next year, a show where group work is the key to victory.
“I have cried a lot and then had a thought: if someone really wants to win it so bad, then next year they should go to Alliance, because that is where group work is the game.”
Abhishek Malhan did not stay quiet for long. The YouTuber and Bigg Boss OTT 2 runner-up fired back with his own Instagram Stories. In one post, he shared a picture of himself in The Traitors costume with the caption, “Kaun ro raha hai bhai (Who is crying)?”
In another story, Abhishek took a more sarcastic tone, writing, “Bolne do takleef hua hai bechare ko (Let him say, poor thing has got hurt).” The response was seen as a direct jab at Munawar’s emotional reaction to his early exit.
Behind the Scenes: The On-Screen Rivalry
The friction between Abhishek Malhan and Munawar Faruqui was evident from the start of The Traitors Season 2. During the show, Abhishek called Munawar “very strategic,” and several other contestants labeled him a threat. Abhishek even made a bold statement ahead of the show, declaring, “When there is Munawar Faruqui and Abhishek Malhan, only Abhishek Malhan wins.”
The first Circle of Shaq saw Munawar trying to convince others that Mallika Sherawat was a traitor. However, the tables turned quickly when multiple contestants questioned his own gameplay. Munawar was voted out, becoming the first innocent to leave the show.
Harman Singha, Karan Singh Magic, and Soundous Moufakir were also eliminated in the first week. Meanwhile, the real traitors in the game were Kullu, Krystle D’Souza, and Harman Singha, with Shahneel Gill being recruited as the fourth traitor in the second episode.
Social Media Unfollow Adds Fuel to Fire
The drama did not stop at Instagram stories. Fans quickly noticed that Munawar Faruqui and Abhishek Malhan had unfollowed each other on social media. This move added another layer to the ongoing controversy, with viewers speculating whether their fallout was tied to their gameplay or personal differences.
Some fans called out Abhishek for speaking against Munawar, while others questioned whether the duo’s equation on the show had soured beyond repair. The unfollowing has kept viewers hooked even after the episodes aired, with many eager to see how the relationships shift as the game progresses.
Munawar’s Post-Eviction Comments
In a recent interview with CNN-News18, Munawar Faruqui elaborated on his feelings about the elimination. He said he felt targeted simply because everyone saw him as a formidable player. His name had become a constant topic of conversation inside the show, with contestants repeatedly discussing how much attention he was getting.
“Har jagah mera naam aa raha tha, everyone was talking about me. Some even thought they would not get footage because of Munawar.”
Munawar also expressed disappointment over what he felt were weak reasons given for his elimination. He mentioned that Shehnaaz Gill gave an example comparing him to a traitor, which he called “the worst thing.” He believes insecurity played a major role in the decision to oust him.
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What Happens Next on The Traitors 2
New episodes of The Traitors Season 2 premiere every Thursday on Amazon Prime Video. With Munawar out of the game, the focus has shifted to how the remaining contestants, including Abhishek Malhan, navigate the competition. The show features a popular line-up including Mallika Sherawat, Shweta Tiwari, Rhea Chakraborty, and others.
As the game of deception continues, viewers are watching closely to see if the online rivalry between Abhishek Malhan and Munawar Faruqui cools down or escalates further. For now, both sides have made their positions clear, and fans are left to pick sides in this growing reality TV feud.
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