actor: Riteish Deshmukh found himself in an uncomfortable situation during the launch event of the Netflix reality show ‘Lock Upp. Sach Ya Sazaa’. The actor, who will be seen hosting the new season with filmmaker Farah Khan, reacted strongly after a reporter informed his close friends Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt while referring to their past legal issues.The incident happened on Monday in Mumbai during the grand unveiling of the reality series. Riteish was joined by Farah Khan, producer Ekta Kapoor and Monika Shergill, Vice President of Content at Netflix India, as they introduced the upcoming season to the media.
The question about Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt has raised tension
According to Hindustan Times, during the interaction, a journalist asked Riteish if he would like to see Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt participate as contestants on the show. The question mentions the actors’ past legal troubles and suggests that the two have enough experience inside a “lock up.”The media personnel asked, “Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt are your best friends. Both have had many experiences of being locked up. So, would you like to get them on Netflix’s Lock Up? And how would you punish them?” The comment immediately changed the tone of the conversation, with Riteish appearing displeased.
Riteish Deshmukh refused to entertain the remark
Instead of answering the question directly, the actor chooses to call out the character in question. Clarifying that he did not appreciate the comment, Riteish quickly responded.He said, “Sabse pehle mujhe nahi lagta hai ki aapke sawal ka jawab deke main usko koi dignity dena chahunga (First of all, I don’t want to dignify your question by answering it).” His answer attracted the attention of those who attended the event, where many noticed the actor’s displeasure at the line of questioning.The matter did not end there, as Riteish was again asked if he was interested in inviting the two actors to the reality show. This time, he clarified that choosing a contestant is not part of his responsibility.Explaining his role, Riteish said, “I don’t bring them as my duty is to host. And as a host, I don’t know about the inmates who appear on the show.The actor emphasized that his involvement starts the moment the contestants enter the show and the casting decisions are handled by the makers.
New faces helm the reality series
‘Lock Up! Sach Ya Sazaa’ marks the return of the controversial reality format with a new set of hosts. While the first season was hosted by Kangana Ranaut, the upcoming edition will see Farah Khan and Riteish Deshmukh in the spotlight.The new season will feature 14 celebrity contestants living as inmates in a high-pressure prison-like environment. Cut off from the outside world and deprived of everyday comforts, participants will face difficult tasks, shifting alliances and difficult decisions as they compete to survive the game. According to the makers, every action within the lock-up can change the course of the competition, promising viewers an unpredictable and intense season ahead.
