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Ram Kapoor Faces Criticism and Support Amid Lock Upp 2 Controversies

Analysed 29 Jun 2026·4 sources analysed·India·Entertainment
Ram Kapoor Faces Criticism and Support Amid Lock Upp 2 ControversiesPreviousNext

Ram Kapoor, a contestant on Lock Upp 2, has faced criticism for his behaviour during the show, including halting a task over water availability and past controversial remarks comparing his promotional schedule to feeling gang-raped. While some viewers and co-contestants like Shreya Kalra have condemned his actions and comments as entitled and inappropriate, others, including Karan Veer Mehra, have defended him, noting his apologies and learning process. The controversies have drawn significant public attention and debate.

TBN's observations

First-hand measurement across 2 sources

We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 0%, Centre 100%, Right 0%). Overall sentiment is neutral (35/100). Lens Score 37/100 — moderate-to-low public interest.

Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):

  • hindustantimes— balanced framing, negative sentiment
  • timesnow— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
Political Bias
0%100%0%
Sentiment
35%
AI analysis of 2 sources · Published under editorial oversight by The Balanced News
Analysed 29 Jun 2026· How this analysis is produced· Editorial standards· Corrections

AI Analysis

Political bias across 4 sources
● Left 0%● Center 100%● Right 0%

The article group presents a range of perspectives, including critical views from viewers and co-contestants highlighting Ram Kapoor's controversial remarks and behaviour, as well as supportive opinions from peers defending his apologies and growth. The coverage focuses on entertainment and social accountability without aligning with any political ideology, reflecting diverse public and industry reactions.

Sentiment — Neutral (35/100)

The overall sentiment across the articles is mixed, combining negative reactions to Ram Kapoor's past comments and on-show conduct with more sympathetic views emphasizing his apologies and willingness to learn. The tone balances criticism and defense, capturing the contentious nature of the situation without overtly favoring either side.

How 2 sources covered this story

Each source's own headline, political lean, and sentiment — so you can see framing differences at a glance.

Reviewed byAniket Awate· Culture & Digital Media Writer· Edited byOjas Kale
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SourceTheir headlineBiasSentiment
hindustantimesInternet slams Ram Kapoor for 'behaving entitled', halting Lock Upp task: 'Wouldn't dare to do this with Salman Khan'CenterNegative
timesnowKaran Veer Mehra DEFENDS Ram Kapoor After His Lock Upp 2 Clash With Shreya Kalra - EXCLUSIVECenterNeutral

Coverage timeline

timesnow broke this story on 28 Jun, 01:36 pm. Other outlets followed.

  1. 1
    timesnow28 Jun, 01:36 pm
    Karan Veer Mehra DEFENDS Ram Kapoor After His Lock Upp 2 Clash With Shreya Kalra - EXCLUSIVE
  2. 2
    hindustantimes29 Jun, 04:04 am
    Internet slams Ram Kapoor for 'behaving entitled', halting Lock Upp task: 'Wouldn't dare to do this with Salman Khan'

Lens Score breakdown

37/100
Public interest25/100
Coverage gap100%

Story is receiving appropriate media attention relative to public interest.

Story context

Category
Entertainment
Location
India
Sources analysed
4
Last analysed
29 Jun 2026
Key entities
Ram KapoorSocial mediaInstagramBade Achhe Lagte HainLock Upp (season 1)Salman KhanRiteish DeshmukhFarah KhanReality televisionNetflixKaran Veer MehraLock Upp: Badass Jail, Atyaachari Khel!