Mumbai: Niki Tamboli’s boyfriend Arbaz Patel, who is currently part of Ashneer Grover-hosted reality show ‘Rise and Fall’, sparked a controversy by objecting to Dhanashree Verma’s way of greeting her male contestants.

In a viral video clip from the show, Arbaz is seen asking Dhanashree not to give front hugs to male contestants. ADVERTISEMENT

The viral video left tongues wagging with viewers slamming Arbaz, calling him “possessive” and “controlling.”

Amid the controversy, Niki stood by her boyfriend Arbaz, saying he was just concerned about Dhanashree and there is nothing brewing between them.

Nikki, known for her no-nonsense attitude, entered the ‘Rise and Fall’ house to put an end to the controversy.

“Arbaz comes from a reserved background. He hasn’t been around girls who hug so cl

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