Asim Riaz Dismisses Wildcard Entry Rumors for Lock Upp

Asim Riaz has put an end to rumors about his potential entry into Lock Upp as a wildcard contestant, stating that his time in reality shows is over. The speculation arose alongside discussions about Ruru Thakur's possible participation, given her past connection with current contestant Yogesh Rawat. While fans are eager for new drama, no official announcements have been made by the show's producers or Netflix. Asim's recent appearances include Khatron Ke Khiladi, where he faced controversy. Lock Upp continues to stream on Netflix, featuring strong contestants like Ram Kapoor and Shivangi Joshi.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 15, 2026, 17:48 IST

Asim Riaz Clarifies His Position on Lock Upp

Recent rumors surrounding the reality show Lock Upp have sparked discussions among fans, particularly regarding the potential entry of Asim Riaz, known for his stint on Bigg Boss 13, and Ruru Thakur from MTV Splitsvilla. Speculations suggested that these personalities might join the show as wildcard contestants.

Asim Riaz Denies Entry into Lock Upp

Various unverified sources indicated that Asim Riaz and Ruru Thakur could soon make their way into Lock Upp, with claims that the show's producers are looking to inject more drama into the current season. However, Asim took to Instagram to put these rumors to rest, stating, "Bigg Boss was my last reality show. Period." This statement not only addressed the current speculation but also hinted at his disinterest in participating in any future reality shows.

As for Ruru Thakur, there has been no official confirmation regarding her entry into the show. She gained popularity through MTV Splitsvilla X5 and made a return as a wildcard in Splitsvilla X6. Given her previous connection with Yogesh Rawat, who is currently a contestant alongside his girlfriend Akanksha Choudhary, fans are eager for potential new developments if she joins the show. However, neither Netflix nor the production team has made any announcements yet.

Asim Riaz's Recent Appearances

Before the buzz surrounding Lock Upp, Asim Riaz was last seen in Khatron Ke Khiladi Season 14, hosted by Rohit Shetty. He participated in this adventurous show after gaining fame from Bigg Boss 13, where he was the first runner-up. His time on Khatron Ke Khiladi became controversial when he refused to complete a task, leading to a heated exchange with fellow contestant Abhishek Kumar, which ultimately resulted in his early departure from the competition.

Lock Upp Sach Ya Sazaa Available on Netflix

Lock Upp Sach Ya Sazaa is currently streaming on Netflix. The season has already witnessed several notable exits, including Shreshtha Iyer and Sunita Ahuja, who left for health-related reasons, along with Madhuri Grover. Recently, Shilpa Shinde joined the show as the first wildcard contestant. Among the strong contenders still in the game are Ram Kapoor, Shivangi Joshi, Dheeraj Dhoopar, Harshad Chopra, and Akanksha Chamola.