Sangeeta Phogat, one of the well-known Phogat sisters, joined Rise and Fall to show off her versatility outside of the ring. Throughout the show, she astonished many with her determination and strength. However, just before the finale, Sangeeta made the difficult decision to withdraw from the competition, not due to performance or elimination, but due to the untimely death of her father-in-law. Despite her abrupt exit, fans and fellow candidates alike expressed empathy and support during this difficult period.

Sangeeta Phogat breaks down in tears

According to News24, Sangeeta Phogat's father-in-law died on September 11, 2025. The news broke when her husband, Bajrang Punia, posted a moving tribute on social media. He wrote: "Bapuji is no more with us. He took his last breath today at 6:30 pm (as translated)." The post further read, "They had brought us this far with great effort. They were the backbone of our whole family. Can't understand what life would be like without them."