Shresta Iyer: Lock Upp 2: Indian cricketer Shreyas Iyer’s sister Shresta: ‘Most people know me as Shreyas’ sister, but I’m here to create my own identity’

Lock Upp 2: Indian cricketer Shreyas Iyer's sister Shresta: 'Most people know me as Shreyas' sister, but I'm here to create my own identity'

Lock Upp season 2 kick-started last night (June 27) on a grand note with popular celebrities entering the show and making shocking revelations about their personal life. Indian captain Shreyas Iyer’s sister Shresta Iyer has also being roped in as one of the contestants for Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa. During the premiere episode, Shresta stated that she is on the show to create her own identity.The social media influencer in an interview spoke about her decision of participating in the reality show, she shared, “I’ve faced a lot of trolling over the years, but I’ve learned to grow through it. Most people know me as Shreyas’ sister, but I’m here to create my own identity and be recognized for who I am. Lock Upp feels like the perfect platform to show a different side of me and let people know my story beyond that label.When asked about the things she would not tolerate on the show, she said, “One thing I absolutely cannot tolerate is disrespect. I’m someone who treats people with kindness and expects the same in return. If someone crosses a line or misbehaves, I won’t stay silent. I will stand up for myself and give it back tenfold. I’m coming into Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa as my authentic self, and that’s exactly what people will see.”Shresta is popular for her dance videos and digital content. She often seen cheering for her brother from the stands during his matches. Shresta is now taking the next step in her journey on her own.While Shresta is now a contestant on Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa, she recently made headlines during the IPL 2026 season. After the rain-affected Punjab Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders match ended with both teams sharing a point, she posted a fun Instagram reel saying, “Saade Punjabiyan da dil vadda hunda ae, lo de ditta ek point” (“Punjabis have a big heart, so we gave you one point”), joking that Punjab Kings had “gifted” KKR a point. The video sparked a social media controversy.This season of Lock Upp features a star-studded lineup of contestants, including Sunita Ahuja, Ram Kapoor, Shivangi Joshi, Akanksha Choudhary, Yogesh Rawat, Riyaz Ali, Dheeraj Dhoopar, Shreya Karla, Sufi Motiwala and others promising a mix of drama, entertainment, and unexpected twists inside the jail-themed reality show.

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