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Riteish Deshmukh reacts to Lock Upp contestants' sexual abuse revelations: 'The shame doesn't lie with the victim'
Updated On: 04 August, 2026 10:10 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Riteish Deshmukh praised the courage of Lock Upp contestants who opened up about surviving sexual abuse, stressing that victims should never feel ashamed. He said the guilt belongs to perpetrators and believes such revelations encourage awareness, healing and inspire other survivors to speak up

Riteish Deshmukh. Pic via Special Arrangement
Actor and Lock Upp host Riteish Deshmukh has opened up about the emotional impact of contestants sharing deeply personal stories of sexual abuse on the reality show. Speaking about the heartbreaking confessions, the actor said the platform is not just about entertainment but also about giving survivors a safe space to speak their truth without fear or judgment.
Lock Upp contestants opened up about sexual abuse
Several contestants on Lock Upp have broken down while revealing traumatic incidents from their past. One such revelation came from contestant Shreya, who disclosed that she was allegedly molested by a cousin when she was just 13 years old. She admitted that she had never even told her family about the incident and had hoped the truth would never come out publicly. Her confession left fellow contestants and viewers emotional, highlighting the lasting impact of childhood trauma.




