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Nikki Tamboli Defends Staying on The 50 After Arbaz Patel’s Ejection

She frames the choice as honoring a commitment despite a recent dengue recovery.

Overview

  • Tamboli posted a detailed Instagram note on March 11 explaining her decision to continue on the reality show rather than exit with Arbaz Patel.
  • She said participation in The 50 carries a professional commitment and that leaving in an emotional moment was not the responsible choice.
  • Tamboli disclosed she had recently recovered from dengue and was dealing with fatigue, weakness and exhaustion that affected how her performance appeared on screen.
  • To illustrate her work ethic, she recalled flying for Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi the day after her brother’s death.
  • Her stance followed online trolling over her choice to stay, with many fans later voicing support in comments after she shared her statement.