Asim Riaz Says THIS As He Reacts to ‘Lock Upp’ Season 2 Wildcard Rumours
Asim Riaz puts an end to 'Lock Upp Season 2' wildcard rumours, clarifying that 'Bigg Boss' was his last reality show. The denial comes today, July 15, 2026, amid speculation about his and Ruru Thakur's entry into the Netflix show 'Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa', hosted by Farah Khan and Riteish Deshmukh.
The digital airwaves have been buzzing with fervent speculation, but former Bigg Boss 13 runner-up Asim Riaz has decisively squashed all rumours about his participation in Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa. Taking to his official Instagram story today, July 15, 2026, Riaz issued a clear statement denying his participation and reiterating his previous stance that Bigg Boss was his last reality show. This definitive announcement puts an end to the fan theories and media reports suggesting his entry as a wildcard contestant in Ekta Kapoor's popular reality series. ‘Lock Upp S2’: Ruru Thakur and Asim Riaz’s Wild Card Entry on the Cards?.
Asim Riaz Denies Lock Upp Season 2 Participation Rumours
Rumours of Asim Riaz joining the second season of Lock Upp had been circulating for weeks, intensifying as the show, hosted by Farah Khan and Riteish Deshmukh, progressed on Netflix. Many fans and news outlets speculated that Riaz, known for his strong personality and competitive spirit from Bigg Boss 13, would bring a significant shift to the dynamics inside the Lock Upp jail. His last notable reality TV appearance before this rumour was Khatron Ke Khiladi 14 (2024), from which he was expelled.
Asim Riaz Not Entering ‘Lock Upp’ Season 2 as Wildcard
However, his recent statement on social media leaves no room for ambiguity, indicating his intention to steer clear of future reality television projects after his stint in Bigg Boss.
Asim Riaz and Ruru Thakur Lock Upp Rumours
Adding another layer to the wildcard speculation, reports also linked digital creator and MTV Splitsvilla alumna Ruru Thakur to Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa alongside Asim Riaz. Ruru Thakur gained prominence through Splitsvilla X5 (Season 15 in 2024) and X6 (Season 16), where her tumultuous relationship with current Lock Upp 2 contestant Yogesh Rawat became a major storyline.
The possibility of her entry had fueled excitement, with many anticipating dramatic confrontations given Yogesh Rawat's current presence in the house with his housemate Akanksha Choudhary, with whom he shares a complicated history from Splitsvilla.
While social media was abuzz with talk of Ruru potentially reigniting past rivalries, she had previously addressed the rumours herself. In early July 2026, Ruru Thakur had indicated that she would not be joining the show due to prior commitments in June and July. Despite these earlier denials, reports as recent as July 14, 2026, continued to list her as a potential wildcard entry, awaiting official confirmation. As of now, with Asim Riaz's definitive denial, the status of Ruru Thakur's potential entry remains unconfirmed by the makers, Balaji Telefilms, or the streaming platform, Netflix. ‘Lock Upp S2’: Shilpa Shinde and Shreya Kalra Face Backlash Over Joke About Shivangi Joshi's Virginity (Watch Video).
Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa premiered on June 27, 2026, at 8 PM IST, exclusively on Netflix, with new episodes dropping every Saturday through Wednesday. The show has already introduced its first wildcard entry with actress Shilpa Shinde and continues to captivate audiences with its intense format.
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