Cinema VinesIn a surprising turn of events on the Netflix reality show Lock Upp, former Bigg Boss 11 contestants Hina Khan and Shilpa Shinde crossed paths once again, but this time the dynamic was markedly different. While Shilpa entered the show as a contestant, Hina appeared as a special guest, and she took a moment to publicly commend Shilpa’s strategic play.
During a discussion with the five inmates who were deemed “unsafe,” Hina urged the group to act as kingmakers and to elevate Shilpa to the top of the hierarchy—though she never named her directly. She added, “I want to give it to her, she is a very, very smart player.” When Uorfi Javed asked if she was encouraging the contestants to let Shilpa climb the ladder, Hina confirmed and emphasized that Shilpa’s gameplay was “very smart.”
Despite her praise, Hina chose not to save Shilpa from nomination. Instead, she used her power to save fellow contestant Varun Yadav, also known as Laila, citing his entertainment value. Hina explained that, “Varun, only because you entertain, I took your name. Otherwise, to be very honest, the most deserving based on the contribution, whether negative or positive, Shilpa stands at the top among you five.”
The internet erupted with mixed reactions. One fan remarked, “People expected a fight from them, but both of them complimented each other.” Another wrote, “Rivalry over?” while a third declared, “Shilpa is the best.” The two starlets’ feud began on Bigg Boss 11, where they constantly clashed from day one, mocking each other’s work and appearance. Shilpa ultimately won the season, with Hina finishing as the runner‑up.
Shilpa was eventually rescued by the jailers, Riteish Deshmukh and Farah Khan, who praised her strategy during the latest Weekend Judgment. The most recent eviction saw actor Harshad Chopda leave the house after a gradual decline in his presence, with the inmates choosing to save Sufi Motiwala instead.
As Lock Upp approaches its finale in two weeks, the show, hosted by Farah Khan and Riteish Deshmukh, is set to welcome two new entrants—former contestants Harshad Chopda and Yogesh Rawat. A promo revealed Riteish introducing the new inmates disguised as prison guards, while Apoorva Mukhija appeared as an informer for a week. The series streams on Netflix every Saturday to Thursday at 8 pm.
