Robin Radhakrishnan pens a heart-touching note

Bigg Boss fame Robin Radhakrishnan pens a heart-touching note on his late mother, says 'Amma, you fought with everything you had'

Social media influencer and former Bigg Boss Malayalam contestant Robin Radhakrishnan's mother has passed away. According to a note from Robin, his mother was battling cancer and succumbed to the illness on 3 July. Sharing the news with his followers, Robin penned a note on his social media account admiring her resilience.

"On March 25, 2026, our beloved Amma was diagnosed with Stage IVB endometrial carcinoma. From that day onward, life became a journey filled with countless hospital visits, treatments, pain, uncertainty, and endless prayers. Yet through every challenge, she showed extraordinary strength, courage, and grace. She fought this battle with unwavering determination, never allowing her illness to define her spirit," he wrote.

Further in the note, he shared that his mother had taught him the true meaning of courage.

"Her resilience inspired everyone around her. Even on the most difficult days, she faced each moment with hope, love, and remarkable dignity. She taught us the true meaning of courage—not by never feeling fear, but by choosing to keep going despite it. After a brave and unforgettable fight, Amma peacefully left us at 1:00 AM on July 3, 2026. Though cancer claimed her body, it could never conquer her strength, her love, or the legacy she leaves behind. She will forever remain in our hearts as a symbol of unconditional love, resilience, and selfless sacrifice. Her memories will continue to guide us, and her love will stay with us for the rest of our lives. Rest in eternal peace, Amma. You fought with everything you had. You will always be deeply loved, forever remembered, and never forgotten," he added.

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Along with Robin, his wife Arati has also shared a throwback video from their engagement function, paying tribute to her mother-in-law.

'Somewhere…… be reborn somewhere,' she wrote.

Social media influencer Robin Radhakrishnan was one of the popular contestants in Bigg Boss Malayalam 4. Recently, he also entered politics and was one of the candidates in the recent Assembly elections representing the NDA.

DVC case - Niti Taylor

“My ex-boyfriend gave me a cigarette burn, slapped me”: Niti Taylor recalls abusive relationship

Television actress Niti Taylor, known for her role in Kaisi Yeh Yaariyan recently opened up about a disturbing chapter from her past, revealing that she was once in an abusive relationship. During a recent episode of the OTT reality show Alliance, the actress recalled the physical and emotional abuse she endured from her former boyfriend.
 

In a conversation with fellow contestants Mini Mathur, Ruhee Dosani, and Delbar Arya, Niti pointed to a scar on her thigh and shared the painful memory behind it.

Recalling the incident, Niti said, “My former boyfriend once left a cigarette burn on me. He exhibited violent and psychotic behaviour. On his birthday, he lost his mind one night. It was terrible. He hit me, and I simply replied, ‘Goodbye, see you later.’ Nonetheless, I was merely a child back then. Due to your vulnerability, you struggle to assess people’s character accurately. He was mentally unstable.”
Fans took to social media to express their support, calling her “strong” and “brave,” while others appreciated her honesty in shedding light on the realities of abusive relationships and encouraging conversations around them.
Earlier, in an interview with The Times of India, Niti spoke about how her life changed after marrying Parikshit Bawa.

 
Speaking about her husband and his unwavering support, she said, “My spouse is like my biggest supporter. He’s really adorable, and he offers great support. My life has improved for the better since getting married. I’ve spent time with a wonderful family. My in-laws are truly wonderful. If you watch my videos featuring them, they create reels alongside me, and they were also dancing to Kaisi Yeh Yaariaan, which is all charming and delightful.”

She further added, “I believe if your husband is comfortable with your actions and comprehends your background, considering he’s from the army and I’m from the industry, he understands everything so wonderfully.”

Santy Sharma Bigg Boss 20 Contestant, Housemate, Participant Full Details

Bigg Boss 20: Is Housefull 5 Actor Santy Sharma Joining Salman's Show? Know All About Rumoured Contestant

Bigg Boss 20 Contestant Update: Speculation around Bigg Boss 20 has started early, and rapper Santy Sharma is now among the names being discussed by fan pages and entertainment handles. The rumours began after he dropped hints about his upcoming project on social media. To note, amid the excitement for Bigg Boss season 20, Santy had shared a video from his workout session and captioned it as, "Preparing for something Bigg". While fans have been guessing it is related to his participation in Bigg Boss 20, there has been no official confirmation about it from the makers or the channel about it. However, the rumour has already drawn attention because of his growing public profile and recent political remarks.

Who Is Santy Sharma?

Santy Sharma, whose real name is Ganesh Sharma, is a rapper, singer and lyricist from Ratlam in Madhya Pradesh. He has been active in the independent music space since 2014 and is known among listeners for tracks such as “Suni Suni Sadko,” “Udaan” and “Koshish Meri.” His supporters often credit him as one of the early hip-hop voices to emerge from the region.

Sharma has also expanded beyond music. He made his Bollywood debut with Housefull 5, adding to his visibility outside the hip-hop circuit. His social media presence and outspoken image appear to be the main reasons fans are linking him with a format like Bigg Boss, where personality often matters as much as popularity.

Santy Sharma Grabbing Eyeballs For His Remarks On CJP

The rapper was recently noticed for his comments on the newly formed Cockroach Janata Party. He said, “No political party is perfect, including the BJP, and criticism is part of democracy. But creating unnecessary instability, outrage culture, and online propaganda is not the solution for India's growth.”

That statement has added another layer to the conversation around his possible participation. Bigg Boss has often cast contestants who are vocal, opinionated or already part of online debate. However, a rumoured name does not mean a confirmed signing, and such reports should be treated with caution until an official announcement is made.

Reports have also suggested that the makers are considering a September 21 premiere for Bigg Boss 20, depending on Salman Khan’s schedule. Other names doing the rounds include Redheema, Bhagirath Bhatt, Ruru Thakur, Arbaz Patel, Bhavya Singh and influencer Gullu. For now, Santy Sharma’s Bigg Boss entry remains part of the pre-season rumour mill.

India's Best Dancer 5 shoot continues

Karisma Kapoor continues India's Best Dancer 5 shoot despite Mumbai's Red Alert; Reveals waterlogged set

Bollywood diva Karisma Kapoor, who is currently seen as one of the judges on dance reality show ‘India's Best Dancer’ season 5, shared visuals of her waterlogged set. On Monday, Karisma took to her social media account to share a glimpse of the massive waterlogging on the set of the dance reality show amidst the ongoing Mumbai rains.

The Raja Hindustani actress took to her official Instagram Stories and uploaded a video of all the water outside her vanity van, showing how bad things really are.
"Guys! This is outside my van. Can you imagine what is happening here?" Karisma was heard saying in the video.She further went on to praise the team for continuing to shoot in full swing despite all the hardships.

Meanwhile, during a recent episode on the dance reality show, Karisma revealed that her journey in cinema has been defined by the iconic songs she has been a part of over the years.

As per reports despite the heavy rainfall in Mumbai, film and television shoots have continued as scheduled. The team of India's Best Dancer Season 5 is reportedly taking all necessary safety precautions while carrying on with the shoot during the monsoon.

In the recent episode, Shilpa Shirodkar appeared on the show as a guest and she shared a Karisma's heart-winning gesture on the sets of Gopi Kishan.

She shared, "Lolo had signed the film and that was her first day on the set. Toh suddenly there was this buzz, production team comes and he says, 'Ma'am, problem hain.' Maine kaha kya ho gaya? He says, 'Karisma ma'am kal shoot pe aa rahi hain.' Maine kaha accha? Toh voh bolein, 'Nahi ma'am, kya hain na ki doh hi room hain'. Maine kaha haan koi problem nahi hain, Sunil can share the room with me. Change hi karna hain, whatever, you know we can go in and out and we'll be fine. Aap Karisma ma'am ko ek room de doh. Toh joh badi room thi aur acchi room thi, woh hum logon ne Karisma ma'am ke liye ready kar di."

Following this she said, "Phir hum logon ne shoot shuru kar di, Lolo set pe aayi. And later she got to know all of us, she asked us a question ki, 'Doh hi room hai toh Sunil kahan hain?' Toh maine kaha nahi, we knew you were coming toh Sunil and I were sharing the room, toh she said, 'That's not right. Why should Sunil have to share with you? I will share the room with you.' And she and I actually shared the makeup room. For all the world joh log kehte the ki Karisma tantrums throw karti hain, we gave the room to Sunil and we shared the other room."

The season 5 of India's Best Dancer is being judged by Karisma Kapoor, Terence Lewis, Javed Jafferi and Geeta Kapur.

Lock Upp Controversy - Akanksha Chamola CONFIRMS Being Bisexual

Lock Upp Controversy: Hosted by Farah Khan and Riteish Deshmukh, Netflix's Lock Upp Sach Ya Sazaa has been getting more interesting with each passing day, with contestants unveiling their explosive secrets to go ahead in the competition. Among the contestants, Gaurav Khanna's actress-wife Akanksha Chamola has been grabbing the maximum eyeballs since the beginning.

During the premiere episode of Lock Upp 2, Akanksha Chamola shocked everyone after revealing that she and Gaurav Khanna are set to get divorced and have been living separate lives for around a year. Well, seems like that was just the beginning as she revealed another surprising truth in the latest episode.

LOCK UPP 2 FIRST JUDGEMENT DAY: AKANKSHA CHAMOLA ADMITS SHE'S BISEXUAL

For those unaware, Akanksha was among the five unsafe contestants in the first week, and all of them were asked to come on stage, where guest Kangana Ranaut, with hosts Farah and Riteish, questioned them regarding their game. The participants in the danger zone were also given a chance to get saved by revealing one truth.

During the same conversation, Riteish informed Akanksha that she had only one lifeline left, as Shreya Kalra had already revealed her bisexuality, which was one of her secrets. While this development left her shocked, she finally confirmed being bisexual before marriage and having relationships with other girls.

Confessing the same, she said, "Main shaadi se pehle bisexual thi. Mere relations rahe hain kuch ladkiyon ke sath. Bhot jyada intimate relations nahi rahe hain, but I have been in relations with a few females. Mujhe ladkiyan pasand hain, main admire karti hoon, attract hoti hoon unki taraf. I think mera wo safe space hai."

Akanksha added, "For me, all females are beautiful." The actress further stated that while society has this label, it is just "pure love" according to her. As Riteish and Farah praised her for owning her truth, the actress expressed regret over joining the show.

IS GAURAV KHANNA AWARE OF AKANKSHA CHAMOLA'S SEXUAL ORIENTATION?

Since last night, a section of viewers has been questioning whether Akanksha's husband, Gaurav Khanna, was aware of her sexual orientation. However, so far, neither Gaurav or any other family member has reacted to the same.

Tamil TV Show Sandhayaraagam - New Star Cast, New Story, Latest Updates

Actor Raj Kamal quits 'Sandhayaraagam'; says, "Thank you for the memories!"

Tamil television actor Raj Kamal has announced his exit from the popular daily soap Sandhayaraagam. The actor shared the news with fans through an emotional social media post, expressing gratitude for the memorable journey and the love he received during his time on the show.

Sharing a video from the sets, Raj Kamal and said, "Thank you for the memories! I miss my entire Sandhayaraagam team." While he did not reveal the reason behind his departure, the heartfelt post has left fans emotional, with many thanking him for his performance and wishing him success in his upcoming projects.
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Sandhayaraagam has been one of the most-loved family dramas on Tamil television. The ensemble cast features Sandhya Jagarlamudi, Antara Swarnakar, VJ Thara, Rajeev Parameshwar, Surjith Kumar, Akshaya Rao, Manush, Manmohan, Raj Kamal, Arifa Arafat, Thiyan Jackie, Subbulakshmi, Vishwanath, Sheela, Sofia, Shankaresh Kumar, Issac Varkees, and Mohan Vaidya, all of whom have contributed to the show's popularity.

The serial revolves around the emotional bond between siblings Janaki and Sandhiya in a small town. Following Sandhiya's untimely death, Janaki takes on the responsibility of raising Sandhiya's daughter, Maya. As the story progresses, the family faces emotional conflicts and opposition surrounding Sandhiya's marriage, making for an engaging and heartfelt narrative.

Raj Kamal enjoys a successful career across Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam entertainment industries. He began his television journey with the serial Sahana and rose to fame after participating in the dance reality show Jodi Number One in 2006. Over the years, he has impressed audiences with his performances in films including Pachchak Kuthira, Saroja, Naveena Saraswathi Sabatham, Lingaa, Sandikuthirai, Melnaattu Marumagan, Kasada Tabara, and Pen Vilai Verum 999 Rubai Mattume.

With Raj Kamal bidding farewell to Sandhayaraagam, fans are now eager to see who will step into his role and what lies ahead for the actor in his next venture. His departure marks the end of a memorable chapter in the show's journey, while opening the door to exciting new opportunities in his career.

TOP 10 Reasons WHY Paddu Gowda Dead

Pyate mandi kadige bandru fame Paddu Gowda dies at 44 following brain tumor battle

Kannada television personality Paddugowda, who rose to prominence through the reality show Pyate Mandi Kadige Bandru, has passed away at the age of 44 following a prolonged battle with a brain tumour. His demise has left the Kannada entertainment industry and his fans in mourning.

 
Born as Padmanabha K.M., Paddugowda became a familiar face after participating in Season 2 of the popular Kannada reality show. His grounded personality, competitive spirit and connection with viewers earned him widespread recognition and a loyal fan following.

 
According to reports, he had been undergoing treatment for a brain tumour for some time. Despite medical care, his condition deteriorated, and he breathed his last in Bengaluru's Yelahanka. Apart from reality television, Paddugowda also worked as a television host and model, building a versatile career in the Kannada entertainment industry. Colleagues and admirers remember him for his warm nature and dedication to his work.

He is survived by his wife, Ashwini, and daughter, Ridvina. News of his passing has prompted an outpouring of condolences from members of the entertainment fraternity and fans, many of whom have taken to social media to pay tribute to his life and contributions.

All Episodes, Controversies of Tum Ho Naa – Ghar Ki Superstar

Bigg Boss 18 fame Hema Sharma on her struggles and divorce on Tum Ho Naa; says 'Do Shaadi Mein Mujhe Kya Mila? Ek Rupaya Bhi Nahi'

The upcoming episode of Tum Ho Naa – Ghar Ki Superstar, hosted by Rajeev Khandelwal , bring forward an emotional and inspiring conversation with actress Hema Sharma as she opens up about the hardships, heartbreaks, and struggles that shaped her life.

Speaking about the many challenges she has faced to reach the point of success, Hema with a gentle smile said, "Main khush hoon. Itni difficult life jee hai. Haan, insaan hoon, takleef hoti hai. Everyday struggle hota hai. Kisike paas paise ki dikkat hoti hai, kisike paas apnon ki dikkat hoti hai, par zindagi mein jitne tareeke ke struggles hote hain, sharirik taur ke, mansik taur ke, financial, woh sab main jhel rahi hoon. Main zinda hoon, main mari nahi hoon, na main marungi. Aap mujhe besharam kehna chahte hain toh besharam kahiye, bahadur kehna chahte hain woh aapka nazariya hai."

(I am happy. I've lived a very difficult life. Yes, I'm human, so I do feel pain. Every day is a struggle. Some people struggle with money, others struggle because of their loved ones. But every kind of hardship life can bring—physical, emotional, mental, or financial—I have endured it all. I am alive. I am not dead, and I am not going to die. If you want to call me shameless, then call me shameless. If you choose to call me brave, that's your perspective. )

Admiring her strength, Rajeev said, "Do you know what your greatest strength is? We just witnessed it. The people who can pat themselves on the back... they're the ones who truly possess strength.
To which Hema confidently replies, "I motivate myself."

Later Hema mentioned that nearly fifteen years of her life were ruined, Rajeev then hesitantly asked, "If you'll allow me, may I ask you about it? About your marriage—why it happened the way it did, and how it came about? Was it a love marriage?

Hema recalls her troubled married life

Recalling those chapters of her life, Hema shares, "Ji, jaise pasand kar lete hain ke ladka accha hai. Kabhi main itni famous nahi hona chahti thi. Kabhi kabhi destiny decide kar leti hai. Toh mujhe laga hum kya hi kar lenge, chhote kasbe se aaye hain Muradnagar se, do chaar kaam kar liye the. Tab laga theek hai, America se insaan mile hain, paisa hai, sab kuch hai, sukoon bhari zindagi soche milegi. Lekin kyunki shayad naseeb mein nahi tha, saade gyarah saal woh shaadi toot gayi. Chaar saal ka baccha tha mera, usko leke main alag rehne lagi. Divorce bhi nahi hua tha phir doosre hero ki entry ho gayi. Unhone bola main accha insaan hoon. Insaan jo hota hai humesha positive hi sochta hai. Toh maine socha acche insaan hain aur shayad mahila hone ke naate maine doubt kiya ki main apne bete ko nahi padha paungi. Mujhe aisa insaan chahiye jo mere bete ko padha likha sake. Woh meri life ki bohot badi galti thi."

("Yes, you know how it is—you meet someone and feel he's a good person. I never wanted to become this famous. Sometimes, destiny makes the decisions for you. I thought, 'What more could we possibly do?' We had come from a small town, Muradnagar, and had done a few small jobs. Then I met someone from America. He had money, he had everything, and I believed I would have a peaceful life. But perhaps it just wasn't written in my destiny. After eleven and a half years, that marriage fell apart. My son was only four years old, and I started living separately with him. I wasn't even divorced yet when another man entered my life. He told me he was a good person. Human beings naturally want to believe the best in others, so I believed him. As a woman, I doubted whether I would be able to educate and raise my son on my own. I felt I needed someone who could help give my son a good education and a secure future. That turned out to be one of the biggest mistakes of my life." )

Hema further shares that during that period she slipped into depression, but as she gradually found recognition and success, she found herself again.

Hema opens up why she chose to walk away from her marriage

Speaking about her second marriage and the difficult decision to walk away, Hema reveals, "Aise bolte hain, divorce de dunga ye nahi kiya toh. Maine decide kiya 2024 April mein, tum toh bolte ho main toh dungi. Aur woh maine decision liya 18th April ko. Do bachcho ke saath, chote se ghar mein rehti thi, chaar kapde pehenti thi, jaise taise do bachchon ko sambhalti thi. Phir uparwale ne dhamaka kiya. 2024 mein mujhe one of the biggest reality show mila jiska naam hai Bigg Boss."

("He would say things like, 'I'll divorce you if you don't do this.' Then, in April 2024, I made up my mind. I thought, 'You keep threatening me with divorce? Fine, I'll be the one to give it.' I made that decision on the 18th of April. At the time, I was living in a small house with my two children. I had only a few clothes to wear and was somehow managing to take care of both of them. Then, God changed everything in the most unexpected way. In 2024, I got the opportunity to be part of one of the biggest reality shows—Bigg Boss.” )

She also shared the emotional and financial suffering of her second marriage, Hema says, "Mera gold bhi sab le liya tha. Mere paas kuch nahi hai. Itne bade manch pe main yeh bolna chahti hoon, kisi aurat ki shaadi toot-ti hai toh uske paas bohot property hogi, bohot bank balance hoga, nahi. Uske paas ek samaj reh jaata hai jisko jagah jagah jaake jawaab dena padta hai. Zindagi reh jaati hai khaali jisse usko joojhna padta hai. Do shaadi mein mujhe kya mila, Ek rupaya bhi nahi."

("He took all my gold as well. I was left with nothing. Standing on this stage today, I want to say this: when a woman's marriage falls apart, people assume she must have received a lot of property or a huge bank balance. That's not true. What she is left with is a society that questions her at every step, forcing her to explain herself again and again. She is left with an empty life that she has to fight through on her own. After two marriages, what did I receive? Not even a single rupee." )

She further adds, "Do bacche hain, badnaami hai, zimmedari hai. Haan, ek sabse keemti cheez hai jiska koi mool nahi hai. Woh hai mera naam, jisko bolte hain Hema Sharma."

She further addressed the rumours surrounding her personal life, Hema concludes, "Aur yeh afwah hai, maine toh jo hai unko loot liya." ("And then there are the rumours, that I was the one who looted him, that I took everything from him." )

TOP 10 Controversies -'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi' turns 26

Ektaa Kapoor thanks Smriti Irani and team as 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi' turns 26, latter calls it 'a lifetime of memories"

One of the most successful shows of Indian television Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi season 2 completes 26 years and Producer Ektaa Kapoor took to her social media account to express gratitude. She celebrated 26 years of her iconic television drama by sharing a heartfelt note on Instagram handle. In her note, Ektaa thanked actress Smriti Irani, writer team, the show's creators and the entire Balaji Telefilms team for making the serial a landmark in Indian television.

Sharing a special video montage from the show on Instagram, Ekta wrote, "26 years ago a show came that changed my life. Thank you Sameer sir, Thank you Star Plus, thank you Balaji team, thank you Tanu, thank you Smriti, thank you to all the actors, and of-course above all thank you to the writers and the team who constantly work at making it what it is. Jai Mata Di."

Smriti Irani, who marked her acting comeback with the season 2 of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, reshared Ektaa's post on her own Instagram handle and wrote, "A lifetime of memories @ektarkapoor. Gratitude towards all who made this 26 year journey possible.”

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Actress Parakh Madan, who essays the role of Niyati in the serial, commented, "Thank you Ekta ma'am for making me a part of this legendary show that has redefined the landscape of Indian television. Thank you for your trust and for giving me the chance to bring this character to life."
Meanwhile, actress Ritu Chaudhary Seth, who played Shobha in the show, also celebrated the milestone through a post on her social media account.

Sharing a video from the serial, she wrote, "And just like that it's 26 years today to this iconic show that am so proud and lucky to be a part of!!! Thank you for this one!!!!" while tagging Ekta Kapoor and Balaji Telefilms.

Talking about Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, the show initially went on air on the 3rd of July 2000 and successfully ran for 8 years. The family drama revolved around Tulsi Virani and the influential Virani family. The show featured an ensemble cast including Smriti Irani, Amar Upadhyay, Ronit Roy, Sudha Shivpuri, Apara Mehta, Mandira Bedi, Hiten Tejwani, Gauri Pradhan, Mouni Roy and a fine ensemble cast.

The first season went onto become one of the most beloved saas-bahu dramas of Indian Television, and also the longest running show of that time. Ektaa Kapoor decided to launch the second season of the popular show on it's 25th anniversary, last year. The reprise version of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi went on air in August 2025.

Smriti Irani essays the role of Tulsi while Amar Upadhyay is seen in the role of Mihir. Actress Apara Mehta who essayed the role of Mihir’s mother Savita Virani in the first season, is not a part of the current one.

For the uninitiated, Mihir and Tulsi were considered to be the most iconic on-screen couple back in 2000s.

Over its eight-year run, the season 1 of ‘Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi’ delivered many landmark episodes that went on to become historic moments in history of Indian television.
One of the most memorable storylines was the return of Mihir Virani, played by Amar Upadhyay.

True blue fans of the show would remember how the character of Mihir essayed by Amar Upadhyay was brought back to life, even after he had exited it, due to the high demand by fans and after viewers across the country protested, demanding his comeback.

Another widely discussed episode saw Tulsi Virani shoot dead her own son, Ansh Gujral, after he attempted to sexually assault his wife, Nandini, played by Gauri Pradhan.

The powerful sequence not just shocked audiences but also sparked conversations about domestic abuse and the issue of marital rape in the early 2000s.

The serial also generated debate on a larger aspect with its emotionally charged euthanasia track, where Tulsi honoured the final wish of her bedridden mother-in-law, Savita Virani, played by Apara Mehta, who pleaded to be relieved of her unbearable suffering.

Apart from its strong storyline and memorable characters, ‘Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi' was equally celebrated for its iconic title track.

The opening sequence went on to become one of the most recognisable introductions in Indian television, with Smriti Irani, as Tulsi Virani, welcoming viewers into the Virani household.

The camera followed Tulsi as she walked through the humongous house of Virani family named as Shantiniketan, introducing each actor as the character of the show, in their signature setting.

Harshad Chopda reflects on his past misconceptions about gay men

Lock Upp 2: Harshad Chopda reflects on his past misconceptions about gay men; says, "Pehle na main bhaag jaata tha seedha"

Television actor Harshad Chopda opened up about how a lack of understanding shaped his perception of the LGBTQ+ community during a conversation with fellow contestant Dheeraj Dhoopar on Lock Upp Season 2.
The actor revealed that he recently apologised to a gay man for an incident that had taken place years ago, admitting that at the time he did not know how to respond and handled the situation poorly.
Recalling an incident from the early days of his career, Harshad said, “Maine ek ramp walk kiya hai zindagi mein. Uske bhi paise nahi mile kyunki paise lene ghar jana hai.” (I had once walked the ramp but didn’t collect my payment because I would have had to go to the organiser’s house. )
 

He went on to share that he had once left a meeting after feeling uncomfortable and unsure of how to deal with the situation.
 

“Pehle na main bhaag jaata tha seedha. Samajh nahi aata tha. Uss insaan ko main kuch din pehle mila tha. Darr bahut lagta tha, uss time pe bhaag gaya tha bahana bana ke ki shoot hai. Usko pata tha ki shoot cancel hai phir bhi main bhaag gaya tha,” he said.

Harshad added that when he met the same person again years later, he apologised for the way he had reacted.

“When I met him now, I went to him and told him, ‘Sorry, I did not know how to deal with the situation.’ I am not a confrontational person. Phattu (timid) insaan hoon. Maybe it takes me longer, but mujhe darr lagta tha,” he shared.

During the conversation, Dheeraj Dhoopar also spoke about his own experiences with members of the LGBTQ+ community. He said he has always felt comfortable around them and described them as kind, sensitive and wonderful people.

The discussion took place during the latest episode of Lock Upp Season 2, which explored themes of sexuality, identity and societal acceptance. During the breakfast task, contestants were asked whether sexuality defines a person’s identity, forms a part of it, or is shaped largely by society’s perception.

Fashion influencer Sufi Motiwala also shared his personal journey during the discussion, revealing that his parents still believe there is something wrong with him because of his sexuality.