A recent episode of Netflix’s reality show Lock Upp has sparked controversy after actor Shilpa Shinde made comments about Shivangi Joshi while mimicking her during a conversation on the show. A clip from the episode quickly spread across social media, leading to strong criticism from viewers. Many users accused Shilpa of crossing the line by commenting on Shivangi’s personal life and called her statements disrespectful and unnecessary.
Shilpa Shinde Comments On Shivangi Joshi’s Virginity
During the episode, Shreya Kalra requested Shilpa Shinde to imitate Shivangi Joshi while pretending to speak with Harshad Chopda. Shreya began the act by saying, "Arre yaar, mera koi aisa bada secret hai bhi nahi... Kitni jor se acting karun main."
Joining in, Shilpa copied Shivangi’s manner of speaking and said, "Main to bahut masoom hoon. Main virgin hoon; mujhe to kuch bhi nahi pata. Shaadi ke baad bhi nahi karungi is the main goal." The imitation was performed in a mocking tone and later became the center of online debate after the clip went viral.
Comments on Shivangi’s Dating Rumours
While discussing rumours linking Shivangi Joshi with Kushal Tandon, Shilpa went on to make further remarks about the actor's personal life.
She said, “She has done many shows, and in each show she had an affair with a male actor. And now there is Kushal Tandon. He is so much older than her, yet she has an affair with him too.”
Shreya Kalra was seen interrupting the conversation, saying, “Don’t talk about it. What we have to do with this?" However, Shilpa replied, “I am just saying that after all this you act like this.”
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Viewers Criticise Shilpa, Support Shreya
The viral clip drew sharp reactions online, with many viewers accusing Shilpa of making personal remarks that were inappropriate. One user wrote, "Same industry se ho ke kyu ek ladki ko badnaam kar rahi ho?"
Another commented, “Fuck it bro, She is talking rubbish about her. No one gave her permission to talk about someone’s personal life and virginity.”
A third user said, “Shame on you, Shilpa. Give such low-class and fraudulent accusers no more platform.” Many fans also praised Shreya Kalra for trying to stop the conversation, while others felt she could have opposed the remarks more strongly.
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Lock Upp 2 Streaming Details
Lock Upp Season 2 is premiering on Netflix at 8 PM from Saturday to Thursday. The season will have a total of 31 episodes, culminating in a grand finale on August 5, 2026, in which 15 episodes have already been premiered.