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Ram Kapoor faces backlash for halting Lock Upp task over water demand; netizens label him 'entitled'
Updated On: 29 June, 2026 01:25 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Ram Kapoor faced online backlash after pausing a Lock Upp task, insisting on getting water before continuing. While some viewers defended his request as a basic necessity, many criticised him for disrupting the challenge and accused him of behaving entitled.

Ram Kapoor (Picture/Instagram)
Actor Ram Kapoor has landed in the middle of a social media storm after his conduct during a recent task on Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa sparked widespread criticism. The actor paused an ongoing challenge midway, insisting he would not continue until he was given water, prompting many viewers to accuse him of expecting special treatment.
Ram Kapoor halts the task for water
The controversy unfolded during a physically demanding task in which contestants were expected to follow the rules without interruptions. However, Ram refused to proceed, repeatedly asking for water despite being informed that the task could not be paused. "I need water. I'm not doing this without water," Ram said during the challenge.
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