30 June,2026 11:41 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Akanksha Chamola and Shreya Kalra (Picture via Instagram)
The latest episode of Netflix's Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa delivered one of its most controversial moments yet after influencer Shreya Kalra made a deeply personal claim about fellow contestant Akanksha Chamola during a conversation with Sufi Motiwala. The revelation came shortly after Akanksha filed a chargesheet against Shreya inside the reality show's high-pressure environment, escalating tensions between the two contestants.
The heated exchange began when Shreya discussed Akanksha with Sufi and appeared hesitant about revealing a personal detail. Asking, "Am I gonna be a bad person if I reveal it?", Shreya received encouragement from Sufi, who replied, "No, that's the game." Shreya then claimed, "She is bisexual," leaving Sufi visibly surprised by the statement.
Reacting to the disclosure, Sufi questioned the situation before initially suggesting that the information should remain private. However, Shreya argued that since the secret had now been revealed on the show, it would have consequences for Akanksha's gameplay.
"But now it's used. She told me and we have told it on the show. So, do uski lifeline khatam, she only has one," Shreya said, referring to the show's "lifeline" format, under which contestants risk losing strategic advantages once their secrets become public.
The moment quickly became one of the most talked-about incidents from the episode, with viewers debating whether Shreya crossed a line by revealing such a personal detail during the competition. While Lock Upp is known for encouraging contestants to expose hidden truths and personal secrets as part of the game, many fans questioned whether the revelation should have remained private.
Notably, neither Akanksha Chamola nor the makers of Lock Upp have issued any statement outside the episode regarding Shreya's claim. As a result, the revelation remains an unverified statement made by a contestant during the course of the reality show.
The controversy comes amid an already emotional journey for Akanksha on the show. In recent episodes, she has openly discussed her separation from husband Gaurav Khanna, explaining that their differing views on having children ultimately led to the end of their marriage. Her candid confessions have made her one of the season's most talked-about contestants.
With emotions running high and alliances constantly shifting, the latest revelation has added another layer of drama to Lock Upp. Whether the incident affects relationships inside the house or changes the course of the competition remains to be seen as the season progresses.
