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‘Just playing my game’: Shreya Kalra explains evicting Shivangi Joshi to Harshad Chopda after Lock Upp win

‘Just playing my game’: Shreya Kalra explains evicting Shivangi Joshi to Harshad Chopda after Lock Upp win

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The grand finale of Netflix’s reality show Lock Upp streamed on Wednesday evening, with Shreya Kalra emerging as the winner. Shivangi Joshi was among the top 2, and most of the other contestants could also be seen rooting for her. At the after-party, Shreya was spotted talking to Shivangi’s friend, Harshad Chopda, and explaining her game to him. Shreya Kalra was seen asking Harshad Chopda if everything is okay at the after-party. Shreya Kalra says ‘just playing my game’ to Harshad Chopda Farah Khan hosted a bash at her home, attended by co-host Riteish Deshmukh, producer Ektaa Kapoor, and the Lock Upp contestants. In a video from the bash, Shreya, Shivangi, and Harshad are seen dancing to Kisi Disco Mein Jaayen. Towards the end of the video, as Shivangi continues the revelry, Harshad and Shreya are seen chatting. After a polite hug, Shreya could be seen telling Harshad, “All good, na? I was just playing my game.” He seems to assure her that everything is alright. This comes after the finale, when a jury of …

Harshad Chopda says his sister is angry over Shivangi Joshi romance rumours in Lock Upp; defends giving up finalist spot

Harshad Chopda says his sister is angry over Shivangi Joshi romance rumours in Lock Upp; defends giving up finalist spot

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TV actor Harshad Chopda was the first finalist on Season 2 of Netflix’s Lock Upp. That is till he sacrificed it for his friend Shivangi Joshi, which led to his elimination. Speaking to the press after leaving the show, the actor revealed that his sister was angry with him over the rumours surrounding him and Shivangi. He also defended Shivangi taking his spot. Harshad Chopda gave up his spot on Lock Upp 2 for Shivangi Joshi. Harshad Chopda says sister angry over Shivangi Joshi rumours Harshad was asked at the press conference about his and Shivangi’s rumoured relationship and how Reels are doing the rounds of them behaving like a couple. He responded, “Main kasam se bata raha hoon. Jaise ghar aya na, meri behen sabse pehle naraaz thi mujhse. Doston ne, aas paas mei jitna jo jo bola. To maine ye bola, accha ye vo samay hai ki mai dekhu naa. (I swear, the first person to be mad at me after I came home was my sister. Friends and others have said various …

Harshad Chopda breaks silence on his eviction from Lock Upp 2, says he did not want to show this side of himself

Harshad Chopda breaks silence on his eviction from Lock Upp 2, says he did not want to show this side of himself

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Harshad Chopda was the first finalist in the reality show Lock Upp Sach Ya Sazaa. In the last episode, he left everyone in shock after he decided to sacrifice his spot in the finale and let Shivangi Joshi become the finalist instead. Harshad chose his own eviction, even as the rest of the inmates told him not to do so. Now, in his first interaction out of the show, the actor spoke to Tejasswi Prakash about the journey so far. Harshad Chopda opened up about his experience in Lock Upp Sach ya Sazaa. What Harshad said When Tejasswi said that she did not expect him to be out from the show this soon, the actor said, “My game was that of a no game. I thought this is a show where you are going to be yourself. I was not worried how people would react. The only one side that I didn’t want to show was my emotional side.” Tejasswi said that the actor cried a lot and not once in while, leaving Harshad in …

Riteish Deshmukh reacts to Harshad Chopda sacrificing finale spot for Shivangi Joshi in Lock Upp 2

Riteish Deshmukh reacts to Harshad Chopda sacrificing finale spot for Shivangi Joshi in Lock Upp 2

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The latest episode of Lock Upp Season 2, which saw Harshad Chopda sacrificing his grand finale spot to save Shivangi Joshi from elimination, left the internet divided. While many lauded Harshad for his selfless act, others blamed Shivangi for allegedly guilt-tripping the TV star into taking the step. Now, the show’s host, Riteish Deshmukh, has weighed in on the ongoing debate. Riteish Deshmukh spoke on Harshad Chopda elimination. Riteish Deshmukh on Harshad Chopda-Shivangi Joshi debate Deshmukh told Variety India, “I guess, when you care for someone as a friend, then you support them. It is not a one-way thing on the show. Even Shreya and Shilpa look out for each other. You make partners in the game to figure out how to play. It is difficult, as at times you want to play together and at times, you need to play for yourself. These are calls you need to take. Eventually, there will be only one winner. I believe Harshad has played for himself too, and also looked out for Shivangi. Both of them also …

Harshad Chopda reveals he was sexually assaulted as a kid, requests all parents not to leave their child alone

Harshad Chopda reveals he was sexually assaulted as a kid, requests all parents not to leave their child alone

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Harshad Chopda left everyone emotional in the latest episode of Lock Upp season 2 after he revealed his third and last secret. The actor, who is in the running to become a finalist in the reality show, opened up about a traumatic chapter which took place when he was a child and did not know what was happening to him. Harshad Chopda opened up about his childhood in Lock Upp Sach ya Sazaa. [Trigger warning: Details of sexual assault] During the episode, when Harshad was called upon to share his secret with the code word ‘childhood’, he said, “I was around 9-10 years old. Our parents tend to trust other people with their children. Once they had left me with some trusted people, who were not only trusted by the family but by the whole community. As a child, I was a little submissive. In the night someone was rubbing himself on me. I was fully dressed it was just that someone was on top of me and rubbing.” ‘I have never told anyone about …

Lock Upp 2: Are Harshad Chopda and Shivangi Joshi really ‘lovebirds’? Sufi Motiwala and Dheeraj Dhoopar reveal

Lock Upp 2: Are Harshad Chopda and Shivangi Joshi really ‘lovebirds’? Sufi Motiwala and Dheeraj Dhoopar reveal

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Season 2 of Lock Upp has reached its semi-finale week, and it saw some twists and turns. With some eliminated contestants returning to the show hosted by Riteish Deshmukh and Farah Khan, Sufi Motiwala and Dheeraj Dhoopar were eliminated. They spoke to the press about their time in the Netflix reality show and revealed whether Harshad Chopda and Shivangi Joshi are really ‘lovebirds’. Harshad Chopda and Shivangi Joshi were dubbed ‘lovebirds’ by Shilpa Shinde. Dheeraj Dhoopar hints there’s something between Harshad-Shivangi Dheeraj was asked at the press conference why he wasn’t as visible as other contestants on the show, and if it was because he didn’t fight. Referring to Akanksha Choudhary as Yogesh Rawat’s girlfriend and Shivangi and Harshad’s, the actor stated that neither of them fought with them after the eliminations. “Why would I fight with anyone? I evicted Yogesh because I had the power. Akanksha Chaudhary should’ve fought with me. Right? If I were the one to vote Harshad out, Shivangi should’ve fought with me. If their girlfriends don’t fight with me, I …

Lock Upp 2: Apoorva Makhija asks Shivangi Joshi, Harshad Chopda if they’re ‘stuck in a TV serial’ | Television News

Lock Upp 2: Apoorva Makhija asks Shivangi Joshi, Harshad Chopda if they’re ‘stuck in a TV serial’ | Television News

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3 min readNew DelhiJul 25, 2026 12:46 PM IST Lock Upp 2 has been making headlines lately, largely because of three contestants—Ram Kapoor, Shivangi Joshi and Harshad Chopda. While Ram has been grabbing attention for his gameplay, Shivangi and Harshad’s emotional bond inside the house has become a talking point, with many viewers wondering whether the two harbour feelings for each other. In the latest episode, the contestants competed in a task to save themselves from nominations. Shivangi went up against Harshad and emerged victorious, securing herself from elimination. However, moments later, she broke down in tears and apologised to Harshad for defeating him. Watching the exchange, Apoorva Makhija aka The Rebel Kid didn’t hold back. She bluntly asked, “What happened? Are you both still stuck in some TV serial?” Shivangi responded, “No, it is not like that. It’s how I am and that’s how I express.” A surprised Apoorva reminded her, “But it’s a game.” “I know it’s a game, but I am a sensitive person,” Shivangi replied. Still unconvinced, Apoorva remarked, “But then …

Apoorva Mukhija roasts Shivangi Joshi for crying after winning task over Harshad Chopda: ‘TV serial mein attak gaye ho?’

Apoorva Mukhija roasts Shivangi Joshi for crying after winning task over Harshad Chopda: ‘TV serial mein attak gaye ho?’

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Actors Harshad Chopda and Shivangi Joshi won hearts with their chemistry in the television show Bade Achhe Lagte Hain 4. Now, their camaraderie on the reality show Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa has sparked speculation among fans about whether they are dating. While some believe there is more than friendship between them, others feel the duo are still “stuck in their characters” and not showing their real selves. In the latest episode, Apoorva Mukhija echoed a similar sentiment, saying they seemed to be “stuck in a daily soap”, and many fans agreed with her. Apoorva Mukhija calls out Shivangi Joshi’s ‘TV serial acting’ in Lock Upp. Apoorva Mukhija roasts Shivangi Joshi and Harshad Chopda In the latest episode of Lock Upp, the inmates got a chance to save themselves from nominations by competing against one another in a task. Shivangi faced Harshad and won, securing herself from elimination. Afterwards, she was seen apologising to Harshad and breaking down in tears over defeating him. Watching the moment unfold, Apoorva remarked, “Kya ho gaya aapko? Aap dono …

Internet calls Harshad Chopda a ‘manchild’, says ‘kick him out’ after he shows middle finger to Shreya Kalra in Lock Upp

Internet calls Harshad Chopda a ‘manchild’, says ‘kick him out’ after he shows middle finger to Shreya Kalra in Lock Upp

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Lock Upp season 2 has been serving drama every day, and with the show now halfway through, fans have already picked their favourites. The promo for the upcoming episode has sparked a heated conversation on the internet, with many slamming Harshad Chopda and calling for his eviction after he showed Shreya Kalra the middle finger. Internet disgusted at Harshad Chopda’s behaviour towards Shreya Kalra. Harshad Chopda shows middle finger to Shreya Kalra The latest episodes saw the inmates divided into two gangs, led by Shivangi Joshi and Akanksha Chamola. Shivangi’s gang has been winning all the tasks and has remained safe throughout the week. The promo for the upcoming episode shows a heated argument breaking out between Shreya and her gang leader, Shivangi, over food. While Shreya wanted to eat separately, Shivangi insisted that she sit with everyone else in the hall. Harshad then stepped in, asking Shreya to listen to the gang leader and follow her instructions. When Shreya asked him not to interfere, Harshad lost his temper and showed her the middle finger …

Harshad Chopda makes shocking confession about self-harm after heartbreak on Lock Upp 2: ‘The scars are still there’

Harshad Chopda makes shocking confession about self-harm after heartbreak on Lock Upp 2: ‘The scars are still there’

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Television actor Harshad Chopda got emotional on Lock Upp season 2 as he spoke about a deeply personal incident from his past that he had never shared publicly. In a heartfelt conversation with hosts Farah Khan and Riteish Deshmukh, the actor revealed that a painful breakup in his early 20s had driven him to attempt self-harm, leaving him with scars that still remind him of that difficult time. Harshad Chopda recalls the self-harm incident on Lock Upp 2. The conversation came after Harshad landed in the bottom three contestants and used his lifeline to avoid eviction. Looking back on one of the darkest phases of his life, the actor spoke honestly about the heartbreak, the regret, and the life lesson he has carried with him ever since. Harshad Chopda recalls the self-harm incident Harshad shared that the incident happened when he was 23 and had only recently moved to Mumbai. He was in his first serious relationship, which lasted about 8 to 9 months. One day, his girlfriend called and confessed that she had cheated …