Bhojpuri Power Meets MX Player
Pawan Singh Rise and Fall is the biggest talking point in Indian entertainment this week. The MX Player reality show, hosted by entrepreneur Ashneer Grover, has already overtaken long-running reality giant Bigg Boss 19 in weekly TRP ratings.
But the real question is: what caused this sudden jump? The answer, according to audience chatter and TRP analysts, lies in one man — Bhojpuri superstar Pawan Singh.
Rise and Fall vs. Bigg Boss
The format of Pawan Singh Rise and Fall is fresh yet comparable to Bigg Boss. Instead of contestants fighting over food or tasks, here the clash is between those living in luxury penthouses and those struggling in the basement.
Ashneer Grover proudly announced on the weekend episode that the show has become India’s No.1 reality show by TRP this week, even surpassing Bigg Boss 19.
Who is Pawan Singh?
Bhojpuri star Pawan Singh is not just another contestant — he’s a cultural icon. Starting his career in music in 1997, Pawan became a household name after his blockbuster hit song “Lollipop Lagelu” went viral worldwide. The track remains one of the most viewed Bhojpuri songs ever, crossing hundreds of millions of views.
In 2007, he transitioned into acting with Rangli Chunariya Tohre Naam, marking the start of a successful film career. Over the years, he has starred in dozens of Bhojpuri blockbusters, cementing his status as a superstar singer-actor-composer. (Bollywood Hungama)
Bhojpuri Audience Influence
According to Wikipedia, the Bhojpuri language has over 50 million native speakers, spread across Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, Nepal, and diaspora communities worldwide. (Wikipedia)
What makes Bhojpuri audiences unique is their loyalty. Unlike pan-India viewers who switch across Bollywood or OTT, Bhojpuri audiences primarily consume Bhojpuri content. When Pawan Singh entered Pawan Singh Rise and Fall, it wasn’t just fans — it was an entire regional community rallying behind their superstar.
This loyalty translated directly into spiked TRP numbers for MX Player. Fans tuned in not for the show’s format but to watch their icon represent them on a national OTT platform.
Pawan Singh’s Impact on Rise and Fall TRP
- Star power entry: The week Pawan Singh joined the show, TRP ratings visibly jumped.
- Viral songs backing him: His evergreen track “Lollipop Lagelu” and recent hits still dominate YouTube.
- Fanbase activation: Bhojpuri fans across UP, Bihar, and Nepal began trending hashtags, ensuring the show trended on Twitter/X.
- Cross-audience attraction: Non-Bhojpuri viewers tuned in out of curiosity, further boosting MX Player’s reach.
Other Contestants vs. Pawan Singh
Yes, Pawan Singh Rise and Fall features strong contestants:
- Kiku Sharda, India’s comedy king from The Kapil Sharma Show
- Aditya Narayan, singer and son of legend Udit Narayan
- Kubbra Sait, OTT star known for Sacred Games
- Arjun Bijlani, popular TV actor from Naagin
- Dhanashree Verma, dancer and ex-wife of cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal
But none match the sheer numbers of Bhojpuri star Pawan Singh. His entry turned the show from “just another reality format” into a national phenomenon.
MX Player Reality Show: The Bigger Picture
With Ashneer Grover as host, Pawan Singh Rise and Fall was already buzzing. But TRPs don’t lie — Bhojpuri audiences multiplied the viewership. This shows how regional stars can shape national OTT platforms, a lesson for future TRP battles.
Final Take
The Pawan Singh Rise and Fall debate is settled: Bhojpuri superstar Pawan Singh is the major driving force behind the show’s TRP success. His loyal fanbase ensured that Rise and Fall didn’t just compete with Bigg Boss — it overtook it.
As long as he stays on the show, MX Player can expect Bhojpuri fans to stick around, keeping the TRP crown with Ashneer Grover’s new reality experiment.
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