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Why Kangana Ranaut is missing from Lock Upp? Ektaa Kapoor reveals the truth
Updated On: 23 June, 2026 11:21 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Ektaa Kapoor revealed that Kangana Ranaut will not return to host Lock Upp due to scheduling commitments. The reality show will now be hosted by Farah Khan and Riteish Deshmukh, with the makers promising a fresh format and renewed entertainment

Ektaa Kapoor and Kangana Ranaut (Pics via Instagram)
As anticipation builds for the second season of Lock Upp, producer Ektaa Kapoor has finally addressed the question many fans have been asking: why isn't Kangana Ranaut returning as the host?
The reality show, which gained significant attention during its debut season, is set to return with a revamped format and a new hosting duo. This time, filmmaker Farah Khan and actor Riteish Deshmukh will take charge of the controversial prison-themed reality series, which is now being backed by Netflix.
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