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Lock Upp season 2 contestants can't participate in Salman Khan's Bigg Boss 20 despite offers: Pamala Serena
Lock Upp season 2 contestants can't participate in Salman Khan's Bigg Boss 20 despite offers: Pamala Serena
Following its success, Lock Upp Season 2 contestant Pamela Serena indicated that former contestants can't participate in Bigg Boss 20.
Published on: Aug 12, 2026, 10:25:04 IST Written by Riya Sharma Prefer HTon Google Share via Copy link The Netflix reality show Lock Upp Season 2 created significant buzz and went on to become a success, with Shreya Kalra emerging as the winner. While several contestants impressed viewers and sparked speculation about their possible participation in Bigg Boss 20, Pamela Serena, who was part of Lock Upp Season 2, has revealed that the contestants may have to wait before taking part in another reality show. Pamala Serena reveals why Lock Upp season 2 contestants can't participate in Bigg Boss season 20.Pamala Serena says she's been getting offers from reality shows
In an interview with Telly Talk India, Pamela reacted to speculation that Lock Upp contestants would have to wait for a certain period before participating in Bigg Boss. She said, “For a few months, we can’t do any more reality TV shows. But we have got offers. A lot of offers are coming.” Her comments suggested that while the contestants have been receiving offers for other reality shows, they may currently be unable to take them up. When asked directly if she had received an offer for Bigg Boss 20, Pamela kept the details under wraps and simply said, “I can’t tell you.” She added, “And I think I will be coming to India quite a lot. I am here now. I am here another four-five days. We are doing some projects. Then I will go back and come back.” Before Pamela, Lock Upp Season 2 winner Shreya had also ruled out participating in Bigg Boss 20. Responding to fans who asked if she would be joining the show, she said, “Doston, jo mujhse puch raha hai main Bigg Boss jaungi ki nahi- Main just abhi ek pagalkhane se nikal ke aayi hoon (Friends, for those asking me whether I will be going on Bigg Boss, I have just come out of a madhouse). I am not planning to do any reality show as a contestant right now because it was mentally exhausting and very taxing. So no Bigg Boss for me, but if there’s an opportunity to host, mentor, or become a gang leader, then I’ll definitely be excited. Maza aa jayega agar aisa kuch ho gaya tha (It’ll be fun if something like this happens). But contestant? No bro, too much to take in.”About Bigg Boss 20
The teaser for the upcoming season of Bigg Boss hints at a unique theme this year. In the teaser, Salman Khan makes a grand entry on a majestic horse before delivering a cryptic line: “Joh Karan Arjun mein hua tha, woh hoga ab Bigg Boss mein... Thathastu! (What happened in Karan Arjun will now happen in Bigg Boss).” In the second promo, the host reveals that every contestant will be given a ‘vardaan’. The intriguing hints have sparked considerable buzz online. The show is set to premiere on September 6 on JioHotstar and Colors. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Riya Sharma Riya Sharma is a content producer at Hindustan Times who lives and breathes entertainment. If there’s gossip making noise in Bollywood or a reality show moment breaking the internet, chances are she’s already writing about it. She loves digging out the juiciest stories, spotting viral pegs and turning it into easy-to-read content. A journalism graduate from IP University, Riya began her career as a social media executive, where she learned the art of grabbing attention in a scroll-heavy world. But her love for showbiz soon pulled her into entertainment journalism, because for her, it’s always been entertainment, entertainment and more entertainment. An artist at heart, Riya has a deep passion for acting, music and dance, which shapes how she watches and writes about films and reality shows. She loves sharing her views and reviews, especially when something excites, surprises or completely disappoints her. A hardcore reality show fan, Riya enjoys tracking every twist, task and meltdown, and breaking them down for readers who can’t get enough of high-voltage drama. Movies are equally close to her heart, whether it’s a big theatrical release or a binge-worthy OTT series, she’s always watching, and analysing what’s worth the time. She loves talking to celebrities, asking questions that go beyond the usual. When she’s not working, she’s either glued to a new web series, hunting for underrated thrillers on OTT platforms, or rewatching iconic Bollywood moments.Read More Lock Upp Bigg Boss Get World Cup ready with Crick-it! From live scores to match stats, catch all the action here. Explore now!.Get more updates from Bollywood, Taylor Swift, Hollywood, Music and Web Series along with Latest Entertainment News at Hindustan Times. Home/Entertainment/Web Series/Lock Upp Season 2 Contestants Can't Participate In Salman Khan's Bigg Boss 20 Despite Offers: Pamala Serena See Less
The Netflix reality show Lock Upp Season 2 created significant buzz and went on to become a success, with Shreya Kalra emerging as the winner. While several contestants impressed viewers and sparked speculation about their possible participation in Bigg Boss 20, Pamela Serena, who was part of Lock Upp Season 2, has revealed that the contestants may have to wait before taking part in another reality show.
Her comments suggested that while the contestants have been receiving offers for other reality shows, they may currently be unable to take them up. When asked directly if she had received an offer for Bigg Boss 20, Pamela kept the details under wraps and simply said, “I can’t tell you.”
She added, “And I think I will be coming to India quite a lot. I am here now. I am here another four-five days. We are doing some projects. Then I will go back and come back.”
Before Pamela, Lock Upp Season 2 winner Shreya had also ruled out participating in Bigg Boss 20. Responding to fans who asked if she would be joining the show, she said, “Doston, jo mujhse puch raha hai main Bigg Boss jaungi ki nahi- Main just abhi ek pagalkhane se nikal ke aayi hoon (Friends, for those asking me whether I will be going on Bigg Boss, I have just come out of a madhouse). I am not planning to do any reality show as a contestant right now because it was mentally exhausting and very taxing. So no Bigg Boss for me, but if there’s an opportunity to host, mentor, or become a gang leader, then I’ll definitely be excited. Maza aa jayega agar aisa kuch ho gaya tha (It’ll be fun if something like this happens). But contestant? No bro, too much to take in.”
In the second promo, the host reveals that every contestant will be given a ‘vardaan’. The intriguing hints have sparked considerable buzz online. The show is set to premiere on September 6 on JioHotstar and Colors.
Source: HindustanTimes
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