Salman Khan's Bigg Boss 15 successfully completed 15 seasons on Colors. Now, ALT Balaji and MX Player will stream a reality show titled Lock Upp and its format and basic set-up is similar to Bigg Boss. Kangana Ranaut will be making her debut as a host. Lock Upp, backed by Ekta Kapoor, will stream from February 27.
While the list of contestants is yet to be released, a news portal's report stated that Shweta Tiwari has been approached for Lock Upp. A source told the portal, "Shweta Tiwari has been approached for the show to participate as a contestant. There is no clarity on whether the actress will agree to do Lock Upp or not. But the makers would definitely want her to be a part of the show as they are keen to have her." Shweta was the winner of Bigg Boss Season 4.
An entertainment portal's report mentioned that Anushka Sen has been confirmed for Lock Upp. A source told the portal, "Anushka Sen is one of the first contestants whose name has been confirmed for the show. She is among the 16 contestants who will be participating in the reality show." Anushka had participated in Khatron Ke Khiladi 11.
There are rumours that Mallika Sherawat has also been approached for the reality show. Known for films like Murder, Hisss, and many others, the actress was seen in MX Player's series Nakaab.
As per media report, Celebrities who are in talk to participate as contestants/Jailer in new reality show "LOCK UPP"
#HinaKhan (BB11 Runner-up)
#ShwetaTiwari (BB4 winner)
#MallikaSherawat
#AnushkaSen
#PoonamPandey
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Apart from Shweta, Anushka and Mallika, there are rumours that Sushmita Sen's ex-boyfriend Rohman Shawl and Poonam Pandey will be seen on Lock Upp.
(Source: India Today/News18/Bigg Boss_Tak)