Last Updated:October 07, 2025, 21:37 IST

Recently, Bollywood actor Pankaj Tripathi came forward to lend his support to Akriti Negi, sending a heartfelt video message praising her journey.

Pankaj Tripathi supports Akriti Negi with a heartfelt video message.

Akriti Negi, who rose to fame through reality shows like MTV Roadies 19 and as the winner of Splitsvilla X5, is currently making waves on the Amazon MX Player show Rise and Fall. Known for her fearless attitude, determination, and strategic gameplay, Akriti has been winning hearts with her honesty, resilience, and the way she handles every challenge thrown at her on the show. Her journey from earlier reality shows to her current stint is a clear reflection of her growth as a confident and relatable television personality.

Recently, Bollywood actor Pankaj Tripathi came forward to lend his support to Akriti, sending a heartfelt video message praising her journey. In his words, “Life itself is a game of rise and fall. There is a show streaming on Amazon MX Player called Rise and Fall, and in it, there is a contestant named Akriti Negi. I came to know that she is playing with full honesty, courage, and determination. So, she has my best wishes. I urge everyone to support her and boost her morale by voting for her, because it is people like her who deserve to move forward. All the best, Akriti.”

Akriti’s team shared Pankaj’s video on Instagram and wrote, “A heartfelt thank you to @pankajtripathi ji for his kind words and support 🙏❤️ Lets make sure our ringmaster is safe 💪.” Watch it here:

About Rise And Fall

Hosted by Ashneer Grover, Rise and Fall revolves around a battle for power between two groups of contestants: the opulent Rulers in a penthouse and the struggling Workers in a basement. Workers must complete challenges and tasks to earn wealth, with the potential to dethrone Rulers and take their place in the penthouse, while the Rulers scheme to maintain their privileged positions.

Apart from Akriti, the show also features celebs like Arbaaz Patel, Arjun Bijlani, Rapper Bali, Aarush Bhola, Kiku Shardra and Nayandeep Rakshit among others.

Chirag Sehgal

Chirag Sehgal works as a Senior Sub-Editor in the Entertainment team at News18.com. With an experience of five years in the media industry, he largely focuses on Indian television coverage. Apart from bringing …Read More

Chirag Sehgal works as a Senior Sub-Editor in the Entertainment team at News18.com. With an experience of five years in the media industry, he largely focuses on Indian television coverage. Apart from bringing … Read More