29 June,2026 05:07 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Pamala Serena and Tanya Mittal (Pics/Instagram)
Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa contestant Pamala Serena has become the latest participant to spark online chatter after her remarks about the food served inside the reality show. A clip from the episode has gone viral, with many viewers comparing her reaction to influencer Tanya Mittal's widely discussed comments about food during Bigg Boss 19.
The moment unfolded when Pamala was served a simple meal as part of the jail routine. Looking unimpressed, she questioned the quality of the food and expressed disbelief over what had been provided to the contestants. "Is this what we're supposed to eat?" She also pointed at how the dal and porridge was watery, 'There is so much water in food'. She even remarked that even her staff eats better food than what they were served.
Her reaction immediately caught the attention of fellow contestants, some of whom reminded her that surviving on basic rations is part of the reality show's format. However, Pamala continued to express her disappointment, saying she had expected better arrangements.
Soon after the episode aired, clips of the exchange began circulating across social media platforms, triggering a wave of reactions from viewers. Many users drew comparisons with Bigg Boss 19 contestant Tanya Mittal, who had also gone viral after complaining about the food and living conditions inside the Bigg Boss house.
Several social media users joked that Pamala was giving "Tanya Mittal vibes," while others suggested she was unaware of what contestants typically sign up for before entering such reality shows. One user wrote, "This is exactly like Tanya Mittal in Bigg Boss. The food complaints have started already." Another commented, "Reality shows are supposed to be uncomfortable. That's the whole point of the format." A third viewer added, "Contestants know the rules before entering. Why act surprised?"
Not everyone criticised Pamala, though. Some viewers defended her, arguing that anyone would naturally react after being served basic food under challenging conditions. Others felt her comments were spontaneous rather than an attempt to create drama.
The incident has once again highlighted how even small moments inside reality shows quickly become talking points on social media. Comparisons between contestants across different programmes have become increasingly common, especially when similar situations arise.
With Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa still in its early weeks, viewers are closely watching every interaction inside the jail. Whether Pamala Serena's remarks will have any impact on her journey in the competition remains to be seen, but the viral clip has certainly ensured she is among the most talked-about contestants of the season.
