Netflix unveils Lock Upp 2, three contestants confirmed

The second season of the reality competition "Lock Upp Sach Ya Sazaa" will premiere on Netflix on June 27, 2026, with the first three contestants officially revealed at a press conference in Mumbai earlier this week. The show will be hosted by filmmaker-choreographer Farah Khan and actor Riteish Deshmukh.

Veteran television and film actor Ram Kapoor was introduced as the first confirmed participant. Speaking at the event, Kapoor cited several reasons for joining, including a call from his casting agent, the opportunity to work with hosts Khan and Deshmukh, whom he described as childhood friends, and his successful past collaborations with producer Ekta Kapoor. The other two confirmed contestants are popular television actress Shivangi Joshi and influencer Pamela Serena, a breakout star from the Netflix series "Desi Bling."

The show's format, centered on survival, strategy, and personal revelations, will feature a total of 14 contestants over six weeks. According to a press release, contestants, referred to as inmates, must complete tasks to earn in-game currency for basic necessities like food and supplies, turning survival into a strategic game. The show's producers describe...