Ram Kapoor faces online backlash after heated exchange with Riteish Deshmukh; Netizens slam 'Entitled Behaviour'

The latest episode of Lock Upp Season 2 started a heated debate on social media following a confrontation between Ram Kapoor and host Riteish Deshmukh during an immunity task. The incident quickly went viral and several viewers shared divided opinions.

A task takes an unexpected turn

The controversy unfolded during the season's first immunity challenge. Safe contestants Harshad Chopra and Akanksha Chamola were equipped with paintball guns, while the remaining contestants had to race towards the buzzer without getting hit. The winner would secure immunity from this week's eliminations.After unsuccessfully completing his attempt, Ram Kapoor asked for drinking water. When the request was not fulfilled immediately, the actor appeared visibly upset.

Expressing his frustration he said, "I have been asking for water for a long time. You guys are making us do this but not giving water; it's not right. Send water."As the task continued, Ram walked into the middle of the playing area, bringing the challenge to a temporary halt.

Riteish Deshmukh responds calmly

Host and jailer Riteish Deshmukh intervened after Ram refused to move aside. He warned the actor that he could get hit with a paintball if he continued to play in the zone.

Ram responded, "Lagane do, aao maaro." ("Go ahead, hit me." )Riteish then explained that every contestant had already received a personal water bottle before the task began. He reminded everyone that carrying it during the challenge was each participant's own responsibility. Following the clarification, Ram stepped away and allowed the game to resume without any further interruption.

Social media reacts strongly

Many viewers criticised Ram Kapoor's conduct, while several praised Riteish Deshmukh for handling the tense situation with composure.

One user wrote, "Wouldn't act like this with Salman Khan." Another commented, "Why is he overacting so much?"A different viewer posted, "He wouldn't dare to do all this in front of Salman Khan." Another reaction read, "This was so embarrassing--pure entitled behaviour."

One user simply wrote, "Ram Kapoor is disgusting."One fan commented, "Ram Kapoor is the most arrogant one in this episode Harshad shot him right in the b...

#RamKapoor He did the right thing He was just wasting water #LockUpp2 #LockUpp #LockUppSeason2."

Another social media user wrote, "Ram Kapoor Looks More arrogant today #RamKapoor was Fighting with LockUpp Makers and Ritesh Deshmukh for Water #RiteshDeshmukh Gave him Perfect Reply when he was throwing the tantrums #LockUpp2."The show is hosted by Riteish Deshmukh and Farah Khan. This season features contestants including Dheeraj Dhoopar, Harshad Chopra, Shivangi Joshi, Akanksha Chamola, Shreya Kalra, Yogesh Rawat, Pamela Serena, Akanksha Choudhary and several others.