Shivangi Joshi likely among first Lock Upp contestants; other stars also reportedly approached

Netflix's Lock Upp Contestants: After Shivangi Joshi, Shilpa Shinde, Ram Kapoor, Pranit More & Others Approached? Report Reveals Names

Netflix's Lock Upp is all set to premiere on June 27, 2026. However, ahead of the official announcement of contestants and the show's release, speculation continues to grow over who will be entering the reality series. Earlier reports suggested that Shivangi Joshi was the first confirmed contestant. Now, fresh reports claim that several other celebrities have also been approached for Netflix's Lock Upp. View this post on Instagram A post shared by शिवांगी जोशी (@shivangijoshi18) As per a report by BBTak, apart from Shivangi, several well-known personalities have reportedly been approached for the show. One of the names on the list is Shilpa Shinde, who has recently been in the news after claiming that her sexual harassment allegations against the producer of Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hain were false. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shilpa Shinde (@shilpa_shinde_official) Besides Shivangi and Shilpa, the other celebrities who have reportedly been approached include Kusha Kapila, Archana Gautam, Ram Kapoor, Sunita Ahuja, Urvashi Dholakia, Harshad Chopra, Punit Superstar, Asim Riaz, Umar Riaz, Rashami Desai, Vikas Gupta and Priyank Sharma. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ram Kapoor (@iamramkapoor) One of the most controversial names reportedly approached for Netflix's Lock Upp is Pranit More. The comedian has recently been making headlines over the 'Rs. 370 ki biryani' controversy after a remark made by an audience member during one of his shows went viral, with many social media users criticising the way the situation was handled.Pranit More's 'Rs 370 Ki Biryani' Row Escalates: Maharashtra Cyber Registers FIR Against Comedian, Himanshu Jangra & Dr Sejal PawarNetflix's Lock Upp Release DateLock Upp: Sach ya Sazaa is set to premiere on Netflix on June 27, 2026. The reality show will stream exclusively on the platform from Saturday to Wednesday at 8 PM. Produced by Balaji Telefilms in collaboration with Netflix, the upcoming season will be fronted by Riteish Deshmukh and Farah Khan, who will serve as the show's "Jailers." Unlike the first season, which was hosted by Kangana Ranaut on ALTBalaji and MX Player, the new edition will feature 14 celebrity contestants, referred to as "inmates," competing inside a high-pressure jail-themed setup filled with tasks, eliminations, alliances and dramatic twists.

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'Will Lock Upp Revive Her Career?': Netizens Question As Shivangi Joshi Gets Confirmed For Farah Khan & Riteish Deshmukh's Show

Netflix is taking its reality game a notch higher, with 16 celebrities reportedly set to enter the high-stakes world of Lock Upp. The much-anticipated show is expected to premiere on the last Saturday of June, and fans are eagerly waiting to find out which stars will join the lineup. Amid the growing buzz, reports have now revealed the name of the first contestant said to be locked in for the Netflix reality series.Netflix's Lock Upp: First Confirmed Contestant?According to reports by Film Window and Variety India, Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai fame Shivangi Joshi has reportedly been finalised as the first contestant of Netflix's Lock Upp. While the makers are yet to make an official announcement, Shivangi's reported entry has already sparked excitement among fans eager to see her in a new reality-show avatar. View this post on Instagram A post shared by शिवांगी जोशी (@shivangijoshi18) Shivangi is no stranger to reality television. The actress previously participated in the stunt-based reality show Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 12. Her reported entry into Lock Upp could mark her return to the reality TV space after nearly four years.Ever since reports of Shivangi joining Lock Upp surfaced online, social media users have been debating whether the reality show could prove to be a turning point in her career. A Reddit user sparked the discussion with a thread titled, "Will Lock Upp revive Shivangi's career?" prompting mixed reactions from netizens.Lock Upp Release Date & Time On Netflix: Ekta Kapoor's Reality Show Gets A Grand Street-Style Reveal; Here's When It Premieres Will Lock Upp revive Shivangi's career? by u/PhysicsOwn1270 in IndianTellyTalk Many users felt that Shivangi's calm and reserved personality may not be ideal for a high-conflict reality show format. One user wrote, "Shivangi also did KKK, but no one actually remembers her as a contestant. She was chill and normal. She isn't suited for reality shows." Echoing a similar sentiment, another commented, "Exactly. Even for Bigg Boss, if she gets approached, she will barely stay in the house because of my intuition based on her personality." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Netflix India (@netflix_in) Lock Upp Release DateLock Upp is set to premiere on Netflix on June 27, 2026, and will run for six weeks. The reality show will reportedly feature Farah Khan and Riteish Deshmukh as its two jailers. As per reports, a total of 14 celebrities will participate in the inaugural season, which will revolve around the theme, "Sach Ya Saza."

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