Lock Upp 2 has landed in fresh controversy after the latest episode revealed an emotional meeting between Dheeraj Dhoopar and his son, which was later linked to an alleged rule violation. While the moment was meant to tug at viewers’ heartstrings, it instead triggered criticism from fans, who questioned why no visible punishment was given despite the alleged breach of the show’s rules.
In Monday’s episode, Jailer Riteish Deshmukh revealed that Dheeraj’s family had allegedly attempted to pass a chit during the actor’s meeting with his son without his knowledge. The emotional reunion, which had not been shown earlier, was aired only after the alleged incident came to light, leaving many viewers confused about the sequence of events.
Several fans took to social media to question the makers’ decision to include the scene while reportedly taking no action against the contestant. Many argued that if the alleged rule violation was serious enough to be addressed on the show, it should also have attracted consequences.
One user wrote, “If Dheeraj wasn’t shown meeting his son then what was the need to add that lame scene in the episode where he didn’t even face any consequences?” Another commented, “Dheeraj ke ghar se do bar letter aya. Why no action was taken? It’s the biggest rule break of Lock Upp. At least usko unsafe to kar dete.” A third fan questioned, “Dheeraj’s son entered and none knows about it? No punishment too?”
The episode also featured a dramatic twist after Dheeraj was initially seen confronting another contestant over allegedly trying to smuggle an item into the house. While many assumed he was referring to Shilpa Shinde’s olive oil controversy, the narrative later shifted towards Dheeraj himself. Summoned to the jailer’s chamber, Riteish informed the actor that a chit had allegedly been smuggled in during his meeting with his son and claimed the incident had happened twice. Dheeraj responded by requesting his family not to repeat such an act.
Meanwhile, the latest promo has teased the arrival of another wildcard contestant. Although the makers have not officially revealed the identity, reports suggest that content creator Apoorva Mukhija, popularly known as The Rebel Kid, is likely to enter the Lock Upp 2 house. With fresh twists and controversies unfolding, the reality show continues to generate intense discussions among viewers.