Socialite and television personality Shalini Passi has drawn significant attention on social media following the release of a promotional clip for the upcoming reality series The Traitors Season 2. Ahead of the show’s premiere on Prime Video, an interaction between Passi and stand-up comedian Munawar Faruqi went viral after Passi struggled to recognise Faruqi and inadvertently addressed him as “Maanyavar.”
Shalini Passi and Munawar Faruqi’s Interaction on ‘The Traitors’ Season 2
The exchange occurred during the contestant introduction phase for the new season of the Indian adaptation of The Traitors, hosted by filmmaker Karan Johar. In the promotional video, Faruqi approaches Passi to greet her, mentioning that they had not received a proper opportunity to speak earlier. While Passi responded cordially, she openly admitted that she was unfamiliar with his identity and background, even inquiring whether he was a singer.
Shalini Passi Forgets Munawar’s Name
As the brief conversation progressed, Passi attempted to recall Faruqi’s name but hesitated. She ultimately referred to him as “Maanyavar,” apparently confusing his name with the well-known Indian ethnic clothing brand.Faruqi took the mix-up in good spirit, and the clip quickly circulated across online platforms including X and Instagram. The moment sparked a wave of fan edits, memes, and lighthearted commentary on social media, with many users praising Passi’s unscripted and straightforward reaction.
Shalini Passi Calls Munawar Faruqui ‘Maanyavar’ on ‘The Traitors S2’
‘The Traitors’ Season 2
The Traitors format places a group of celebrities in a castle where they are divided into “Faithfuls” and hidden “Traitors.” Contestants must complete challenges to build a prize pot while attempting to identify and eliminate the Traitors among them before being targeted themselves.
The viral exchange offers an early look at the contestant dynamic ahead of the show’s debut on Prime Video. With an ensemble cast comprising actors, influencers, and reality show veterans, the series promises a blend of strategic gameplay and spontaneous moments as the competition gets underway.