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Lock Upp 2: Confirmed list of contestants on Farah Khan and Riteish Deshmukh hosted show

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Lock Upp 2: Confirmed list of contestants on Farah Khan and Riteish Deshmukh hosted show
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The reality show Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa is set to premiere with hosts Farah Khan and Riteish Deshmukh. The show features 15 contestants, including television stars Ram Kapoor and Shivangi Joshi, competing in a captive environment.

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Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa is all set to kick-start from June 27 at 8 PM. The confirmed celebrity lineup has already created a lot of excitement among fans. The makers are leaving no stone unturned to make the show an interesting one and have roped in Farah Khan and Riteish Deshmukh as the hosts of the show. As per the concept of the show, 15 inmates will enter the Lock Upp and they have to complete tasks to earn in-game currency. They can use these currencies to buy food, basic supplies, and other privileges. However, the biggest twist of the show is that their survival depends on how well they play the game. The biggest currency inside the house is "truth." (Photo: Instagram)One of the popular faces of Indian television, Ram Kapoor, who has featured in successful shows like Kasamh Se, Bade Acche Lage Hain, shocked fans when he revealed his decision of joining the reality show. Recently, at the launch of Lock Upp, Ram Kapoor made a shocking revelation about his participation. He stated that the news of his participation got his family and kids worried. Ram Kapoor said, “I never imagined I would do a show like this. Yesterday, it was Father's Day. My children woke me up and asked me why I was participating in this show. They were worried. For the first time, they asked me this question." (Photo: Instagram)Shivangi Joshi, who has impressed fans with her acting abilities in shows like Begusarai, Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai and Balika Vadhu 2, is also one of the confirmed names of Lock Upp: Sach Yaa Sazaa. This is Shivangi's first captive reality show and her bold decision has got her fans excited. During an interview with Indian Express, the actress said, "I don’t think you can prepare yourself for a show like this; it’s a captive reality show where tasks will happen, that’s all I know. I am going with a clean slate. While people think of me as a sweet, docile girl, that’s also me, but I am much more than that. You will get to see the stronger side, too.” (Photo: Instagram)Govinda's wife, Sunita Ahuja, has been making headlines with her reality show appearances and bold, honest statements. Her personal life, especially her marriage with Govinda, has remained in the spotlight over the past year, making her one of the most awaited contestants on Lock Upp. She recently reunited with nephew Krushna Abhishek and Kashmera Shah and ended her 7-year-old feud. It was quite an emotional moment as she decided to bury the difference and move on in life. The star wife also recently started her vlogging journey and is doing quite well. After appearing on Maa Hai Na, she is now set to be seen on Lock Upp. (Photo: Instagram)Dheeraj Dhoopar, who has been a part of popular daily soaps like Maat Pitaah Ke Charnon Mein Swarg, Sasural Simar Ka, Kundali Bhagya, Naagin and Sherdil Shergill, has been confirmed for Lock Upp season 2. This is Dheeraj's first captive reality show. Speaking about joining the show, Dheeraj said, “I’ve always enjoyed taking on new challenges, and Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa is unlike anything I’ve done before. This is a completely different space for me. People have always known me through the characters I have portrayed. I’m excited to show people a side of me they haven’t seen before. Bring it on!” (Photo: Instagram)Splitsvilla X6 fame Akanksha Chaudhary, who was one of the most talked about contestants of the dating reality show, is now participating in Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa. Recently, during a statement, Akanksha said, "I feel in my last reality show, there were many allegations that were not cleared. My fans are waiting for answers and I feel Lock Upp: Sach ya Sazaa will give me that space to do that. These allegations affected my mental health. My last show taught me not to over-prepare. I will show Akanksha 3.0 in this show. I know there will be a lot of madness but I know that I will enjoy it. Everyone is advising on strategy but I aim to go inside with a blank mind. This time, I am going only to WIN and come back." (Photo: Instagram)Sufi Motiwala is a 21-year-old content creator and fashion commentator. He shares videos on Instagram about celebrities, influencers, and artists, and is known for giving honest opinions on their fashion choices. He was last seen on The Traitors Season 1, hosted by Karan Johar. Sufi enjoys 435k followers on Instagram and also has a YouTube channel with 4.43K subscribers.Haryana-based YouTuber Varun Yadav, popularly known as Laila, is also set to join the show. He has over 2.1 million followers on Instagram and more than 6.6 lakh subscribers on YouTube. Varun's best friend, Aarush Bhola, was a contestant on Rise and Fall last year. Aarush was one of the finalists of the show. Social media influencers and YouTubers are known to bring a large audience to reality shows, and Varun's entry is expected to attract a lot of attention.Akanksha Chamola, who has been a part of popular TV shows like Bhootu, Bhutu and Swaragini: Jodein Rishton Ke Sur and Kaise Mujhe Tum Mil Gayi, is also expected to enter Lock Upp Sach Ya Sazaa. For those, who are unaware, Akanksha is Bigg Boss 19 winner Gaurav Khanna's wife. Her bubbly, vivacious and outspoken nature makes her the perfect candidate for a captive reality show.Yogesh Rawat, who hogged all the limelight with his appearance in Splitsvilla 16, is now all set to seen in the reality show Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa. Fans are excited to see how his bond with Akanksha Choudhary develops on the show. Recently, in a statement, Yogesh said, "One thing about me is that I'm a perfectionist. Whatever I do, I like to give it my absolute best. Until now, most of the shows I've done have primarily reached a younger audience in India. But with Netflix and Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa, I feel I'll be reaching people across age groups, across cities and even across countries. The audience isn't limited anymore. People from different generations, different backgrounds and different parts of the world will be watching." (Photo: Instagram) Entrepreneur-turned-actress Pamela Serena, who was part of the recently launched show, Desi Bling, will now be seen on Farah Khan and Riteish Deshmukh's reality show. During her previous show, Pamela became Tejasswi Prakash's rival. In fact, at the launch of Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa when Pamela was asked whom she doesn't want to see after Desi Bling, she took Tejasswi Prakash's name.

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