With Lock Upp 2 premiering on June 27, Netflix has begun unveiling the celebrity contestants who will enter the prison-inspired reality show. Among the latest names to join the lineup are Yogesh Rawat and Akanksha Chaudhary, a duo that reality TV fans already know well from MTV Splitsvilla 16. Their announcement has already sparked excitement online, with viewers curious to see whether their chemistry, conflicts, and unfinished story from Splitsvilla will continue inside the Lock Upp house.
Netflix Reveals Their Entry Into Lock Upp 2
The announcement came through a promotional video featuring Lock Upp Season 1 winner Munawar Faruqui, who introduced Yogesh and Akanksha while giving viewers a tour of the new Lock Upp set.
The caption read:
“Set tour toh bas ek bahana tha, aap sabko toh bas inn dono se milana tha. Watch Lock Upp, 27th June se, Saturday to Wednesday, raat 8 baje, only on Netflix.”
Within minutes, fans began celebrating the reunion.
Comments ranged from:
- “OG TRP King.”
- “Yogitara and Akkutara are back.”
- “Netflix exactly knows who the TRP is.”
- “TRP king and TRP queen Yogesh and Akanksha.”
The reaction made one thing clear: audiences haven’t forgotten the duo’s journey on Splitsvilla 16.
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Who Is Yogesh Rawat?
Yogesh Rawat is a reality television personality from Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand. He first gained recognition through MTV Roadies Season 20: Double Cross, where his competitive personality earned him a strong fan following. His popularity grew further after joining MTV Splitsvilla 16, where he became one of the season’s most talked-about contestants.
His romantic storyline involving Akanksha Chaudhary and Ruru Thakur became a major highlight of the season and frequently dominated conversations among viewers. Outside reality television, Yogesh is also an accomplished martial artist. He holds a black belt in Taekwondo and has won two national gold medals in kickboxing.
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Who Is Akanksha Chaudhary?
Akanksha Chaudhary hails from Jaipur, Rajasthan, and first built her profile through beauty pageants before entering the world of reality television. She appeared in MTV Splitsvilla 16, where she participated in the show’s Pyaar Villa segment and quickly became one of the season’s most discussed contestants. Her connection with Yogesh Rawat, along with several emotional moments and conflicts, helped her gain significant attention online.
Before reality TV, Akanksha achieved success in pageantry, finishing as the first runner-up at Miss Rajasthan 2023. She later became a National Finalist (Wild Card) for Miss Universe India 2025, further expanding her public profile.
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Who Else Is Joining Lock Upp 2?
Apart from Yogesh Rawat and Akanksha Chaudhary, Lock Upp 2 is expected to feature a diverse lineup of celebrities from television, reality shows, and digital entertainment. According to reports, the 14-member contestant list includes Sunita Ahuja, Shivangi Joshi, Shilpa Shinde, Priyank Sharma, Vikas Gupta, Rashami Desai, Puneet Superstar, Archana Gautam, Urvashi Dholakia, Pranit More, Asim Riaz, Kusha Kapila, and Harshad Chopra. As teased in the show’s promo, contestants will not only compete to survive inside the prison-inspired house but will also be expected to reveal their darkest secrets as part of the game.
What To Expect From Lock Upp 2?
Nearly four years after the first season, Lock Upp is returning with a refreshed format. This season moves to Netflix and introduces a new hosting duo featuring Farah Khan and Riteish Deshmukh. Carrying the theme “Sach Ya Sazaa,” the show is expected to feature 14 celebrity contestants living together inside a prison-inspired house while facing challenging tasks, eliminations, and dramatic twists.