Shresta Iyer Exits Lock Upp 2: Emotional Homecoming Celebration

Shresta Iyer, sister of T20 captain Shreyas Iyer, was eliminated from Lock Upp 2, leading to an emotional celebration at home. She expressed her happiness in a heartfelt Instagram post and shared a video of her joyful reunion with family. Despite her brother's absence due to cricket commitments in England, Shresta's fans and friends showered her with love and support. Reflecting on her journey, she aimed to carve her own identity on the show, leaving a memorable impact during her brief stay. Her story continues to resonate with viewers as she embarks on new endeavors.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 5, 2026, 07:25 IST

Shresta Iyer's Departure from Lock Upp 2

The first elimination of Lock Upp 2 took place on Saturday night (July 4), marking the exit of Shresta Iyer, sister of Team India’s T20 captain, Shreyas Iyer. The social media influencer expressed her emotions as she left the Lock Upp jail but was overjoyed to reunite with her family at home. In a heartfelt caption, she shared her happiness about returning to her true place. Shresta posted a video on Instagram showcasing her joyful reunion with loved ones after her time on the show.

Celebration Following Shresta Iyer's Elimination

In her Instagram post, Shresta expressed, “Very happy to be back home, right where I truly belong.” The video captures her family watching her elimination announcement on TV. Upon returning home, she celebrated by dancing with her family and pet dog, although her brother Shreyas was notably absent from the festivities.

The video quickly gained traction on social media, with fans showering her with love in the comments. Aashitosh Gaikwad, a frequent collaborator with Shresta, welcomed her back, stating, “Welcome back, and we are proud of you.” Choreographer Virag Dubal remarked on her character, emphasizing that while viewers saw only a glimpse of her, she is truly a gem of a person, encouraging her to continue being her amazing self.

Shreyas Iyer's Absence from the Celebration

Many fans were curious about Shreyas Iyer's absence in the celebration video. Currently, he is in England participating in a T20 series. In the second T20 International, India faced a loss despite setting a target of 191 runs, with the first match being canceled due to rain. India now has one remaining match to equalize the series.

Shresta Iyer's Journey in Lock Upp 2

Reflecting on her time in Lock Upp 2, Shresta entered the show with the goal of establishing her own identity. She openly shared her aspirations during the grand premiere of Lock Upp – Sach Ya Sazaa. Although her stay in the jail was brief, she certainly made an impact, notably having a significant argument with fellow contestant Yogesh Rawat. During her elimination, Jailer Farah Khan remarked, “Although your journey on the show has come to an end, we hope that your journey of coming out of your brother's shadow has just commenced.” Riteish Deshmukh also extended his best wishes to Shresta for her future endeavors.