Shivangi Joshi Breaks Down on ‘Lock Upp S2’ Recalling Childhood Molestation by ‘Mama Ji’ (Watch Video)
In a powerful moment on 'Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa' Season 2, actress Shivangi Joshi broke down recalling childhood molestation by a man she called 'mama ji'. The 28-year-old shared how the traumatic incidents, which occurred before her parents intervened, left a lasting impact.
In a profoundly emotional episode of Netflix's Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa Season 2, popular television actress Shivangi Joshi shared a deeply personal and heartbreaking secret from her childhood. The 28-year-old, known for her roles in shows like 'Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai', broke down while revealing she was molested as a child by a man she affectionately referred to as her "mama ji" (maternal uncle or a close family friend considered as such). Her candid confession has sent shockwaves through the industry and among her fans. Lock Upp Season 2: Shilpa Shinde Reveals She Has Disowned Her Family in Her Will After Being ‘Thrown Out’ of Home.
Shivangi Joshi Opens Up About Her Shocking Molestation Incident
The revelation came during an intense secret-sharing task on the reality show, which premiered on June 27, 2026. While her official secret displayed on screen was "bread butter," Joshi chose to delve into a more painful chapter of her life. She credited fellow inmates and actors, Ram Kapoor and Harshad Chopda, for providing her with the courage and strength to finally speak about the traumatic experience she had carried for years.
Joshi recounted that the alleged perpetrator was her mother's 'sworn brother,' a seemingly reputable man whom her mother trusted implicitly. She described two disturbing incidents. The first occurred when she was preparing to move to Mumbai to pursue her acting dreams. "'Bombay ja rahe ho actor banna hai toh acting wali gaadi chalani bhi aani chahiye,'" she recalled him saying, before asking her to sit on his lap to teach her how to drive. "'Main baithti thi par after a point mujhe kuch accha nahi lagta tha,'" she confessed, indicating her discomfort despite not fully understanding his intentions at the time.
She then detailed a more terrifying encounter. "One day, my mom and dad had to go somewhere, so he came home at night. He then started telling me that if you are going to Mumbai, you will have to do different kinds of scenes," Shivangi tearfully narrated. She alleged that he then began holding her, kissing her on her forehead and cheeks, and attempted to kiss her lips. "I pushed him and mistakenly hit him. That angered him, and he threw me on the floor," she shared, fighting back tears.
Shivangi Joshis Heartbreaking Revelation on ‘Lock Upp S2’
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The Lingering Impact and Family's Intervention
Thankfully, Shivangi's parents returned home in the nick of time, hearing her screams. Upon learning of the horrific incident, they immediately intervened, physically confronting the man and expelling him from their home. "'Thankfully kuch nahi hua kyunki mere mummy-papa time pe aa gaye the aur unhone bahut maara aur ghar se nikal diya,'" she revealed.
The incident left a profound and lasting impact on the young Shivangi. She disclosed that the trauma was so severe that she stopped attending school for a significant period and chose to stay at home, finding it difficult to cope. This experience, she explained, also contributed to her parents becoming highly protective of her over the years. The episode also saw fellow contestant Harshad Chopda open up about his own childhood sexual abuse, adding another layer of raw emotion to the poignant session. ‘Lock Upp 2’: Ram Kapoor Reveals Why His Mother and Sister Haven’t Spoken to Him in Over 5 Years.
Shivangi Joshi's brave confession on Lock Upp S2 serves as a stark reminder of the hidden struggles many face and the courage it takes to confront past traumas. The show continues to stream new episodes from Saturday to Thursday at 8 PM IST exclusively on Netflix.
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Childline India – 1098; Missing Child and Women – 1094; Women’s Helpline – 181; National Commission for Women Helpline – 112; National Commission for Women Helpline Against Violence – 7827170170; Police Women and Senior Citizen Helpline – 1091/1291.
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