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Lock Upp 2 Extended Amid Popularity; Contestant Changes Stir Viewer Interest

Analysed 18 Jul 2026·2 sources analysed·Entertainment
Lock Upp 2 Extended Amid Popularity; Contestant Changes Stir Viewer InterestPreviousNext

Netflix's reality show Lock Upp 2, initially planned for 42 days, is reportedly extended by one week due to its growing popularity, though official confirmation is pending. Contestant Yogesh Rawat is rumored to be eliminated, a claim disputed by reality star Prince Narula, who believes Yogesh's presence boosts viewership. Additionally, social media influencer Apoorva Makhija may enter as a wildcard, potentially reigniting past rivalries. The competition intensifies as the finale approaches with a few contestants remaining.

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 positive (68/100). Lens Score 34/100 — low public interest.

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

  • freepressjournal— balanced framing, positive sentiment
  • freepressjournal— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
Political Bias
0%100%0%
Sentiment
68%
AI analysis of 2 sources · Published under editorial oversight by The Balanced News
Analysed 18 Jul 2026· How this analysis is produced· Editorial standards· Corrections

AI Analysis

Political bias across 2 sources
● Left 0%● Center 100%● Right 0%

The articles primarily focus on entertainment news without political framing. They present perspectives from show insiders and participants, including Prince Narula's support for certain contestants and speculation about eliminations and wildcard entries. The coverage remains centered on the show's developments and viewer engagement, reflecting entertainment industry viewpoints rather than political perspectives.

Sentiment — Positive (68/100)

The tone across the articles is generally neutral to positive, highlighting the show's popularity and competitive dynamics. While there is mention of contestant eliminations and rivalries, the sentiment emphasizes excitement and anticipation rather than negativity. Statements from Prince Narula express support for contestants, contributing to an overall encouraging and engaged sentiment.

How 2 sources covered this story

AI analysis by the TBN Bias Engine · beat methodology byAniket Awate· Culture & Digital Media Writer· editorial standards byOjas Kale
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Each source's own headline, political lean, and sentiment — so you can see framing differences at a glance.

SourceTheir headlineBiasSentiment
freepressjournalLock Upp 2's Finale Delayed? Report Claims One-Week Extension Amid Growing PopularityCenterPositive
freepressjournal'Yogesh Rawat Didn't Deserve To Be Evicted': Prince Narula Says Lock Upp Is Being Watched Because Of Contestants Like HimCenterNeutral

Coverage timeline

freepressjournal broke this story on 17 Jul, 05:09 pm. Other outlets followed.

  1. 1
    freepressjournal17 Jul, 05:09 pm
    'Yogesh Rawat Didn't Deserve To Be Evicted': Prince Narula Says Lock Upp Is Being Watched Because Of Contestants Like Him
  2. 2
    freepressjournal18 Jul, 10:36 am
    Lock Upp 2's Finale Delayed? Report Claims One-Week Extension Amid Growing Popularity

Lens Score breakdown

34/100
Public interest25/100
Coverage gap100%

Well-covered story — coverage matches public importance.

Story context

Category
Entertainment
Sources analysed
2
Last analysed
18 Jul 2026
Key entities
Lock Upp (season 1)Reality televisionNetflixYogesh RawatRiteish DeshmukhArjun KapoorSufismSocial mediaHarshad ChopdaShivangi JoshiDheeraj DhooparShilpa Shinde