Shivangi Joshi and Harshad Chopda Disclose Childhood Abuse on Lock Upp 2

Shivangi Joshi Harshad Chopda Lock Upp 2 childhood sexual abuse Indian television

Television actors Shivangi Joshi and Harshad Chopda revealed childhood sexual abuse during the July 29, 2026 episode of the Indian reality show Lock Upp 2. Joshi recounted that an uncle, referred to as “Mama Ji,” attempted to kiss her on the lips after first kissing her forehead and cheeks, and later forced her onto the floor; her father intervened, beat the uncle and expelled him from the house. She also spoke of the financial hardship her family endured after her father's business losses, noting that relatives provided minimal support. Chopda disclosed that, at age 9‑10, a trusted adult sexually assaulted him by rubbing himself against him while he was fully clothed, and he urged parents not to leave children alone with any trusted individual.

Lock Upp 2 is hosted by Farah Khan and Riteish Deshmukh. The revelations have drawn attention to child sexual abuse and the importance of speaking out, especially when perpetrators are known family members or trusted acquaintances.

Entities: Farah Khan · Harshad Chopda · Lock Upp 2 · Lock Upp 2 · Riteish Deshmukh · Shivangi Joshi

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[● 5 SOURCES] The disclosures were made on the reality TV show Lock Upp 2 on July 29, 2026. (all)
[● 3 SOURCES] Joshi said the uncle attempted to kiss her on the lips after first kissing her forehead and cheeks. (all)
[● 3 SOURCES] Shivangi Joshi disclosed she was molested by her uncle, referred to as 'Mama Ji', during her childhood. (all)
[● 3 SOURCES] Joshi's parents intervened; her father beat the uncle and expelled him from the house. (all)
[● 2 SOURCES] Lock Upp 2 is hosted by Farah Khan and Riteish Deshmukh. (all)
[● 2 SOURCES] Harshad Chopda disclosed he was sexually assaulted by a trusted adult at age 9‑10, involving rubbing while clothed. (all)
[● 2 SOURCES] Chopda urged parents not to leave children alone with trusted individuals, regardless of reputation. (all)
[● 3 SOURCES] Joshi's family faced financial hardship after her father's business losses, but relatives provided basic support. (all)