India, Oct. 17 -- Arjun Bijlani lifted the trophy of Rise and Fall Season 1, defeating Aarush Bhola and Arbaaz Khan in a thrilling finale. In a candid chat with HT City, the actor opened up about the intense nature of the competition, his equation with fellow contestants, and behind-the-scenes moments - including revelations about Dhanashree's gameplay and more.

Reflecting on his strategy, Arjun emphasized the importance of survival in a game that tests every player's wit and patience. "I never underestimate my competitors. When 15 people come together, you have to be very observant, and by nature, I'm very observant," says Arjun, adding, "There were so many things to understand in this game because your progress depended entirely on you...