Actor Ram Kapoor has found himself in the middle of a major social media controversy after making a bold statement about marriage and cheating on the reality show Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa. The actor suggested that infidelity does not always have to be a deal breaker if partners share a deep emotional connection, a remark that has divided viewers and drawn strong criticism online.
The debate started during a casual conversation among contestants on the Netflix reality show. Fellow contestant Shreya Kalra asked Ram how he would react if his partner cheated on him. His response quickly became one of the most talked-about moments from the episode.
What Ram Kapoor Said About Cheating and Marriage
Ram explained that long-term marriages go through many ups and downs and should not be judged by one mistake. He said that if two people truly love each other, cheating does not have to end the relationship.
“If you really love your partner, nothing is a deal breaker. Marriage is hard, and it’s a journey. You have to work at your marriage every day. Sometimes during 20-25 years of marriage, what happens is you have highs and lows, good periods and bad periods. In a bad phase, if by mistake something happens, and you can’t live without your partner or your children, then time heals everything, and nothing is a dealbreaker.”
Akanksha Chamola’s Strong Response
Akanksha Chamola, another contestant on the show, strongly disagreed with Ram’s views. She argued that cheating cannot be called a mistake because it involves conscious choices.
“It’s not a mistake. You are physically intimate with someone. That’s a process. You have to take somebody’s clothes off, take your clothes off, and then do it. You cannot say it’s a mistake. It’s not like I stabbed you by mistake.”
Akanksha, who recently confirmed her separation from actor Gaurav Khanna on the show, received praise from many viewers for speaking up against Ram’s comments.
Social Media Reacts Strongly
The internet reacted quickly to Ram Kapoor’s remarks. Many social media users expressed disappointment with his perspective on cheating.
One user wrote, “I appreciate these unscripted shows; it shows how problematic the folks we admire are.” Another commented, “Ram Kapoor really lost his mind.” A third user added, “Ram Kapoor has lost his sanity, I guess.”
Some users praised Akanksha Chamola for challenging Ram’s views. “Ram Kapoor out here justifying cheating and then saying, ‘Galti se ho jata hai.’ I just can’t with this man. But I really liked that Akanksha took a stand,” wrote one viewer. Another user speculated, “He might’ve cheated on his wife. That’s why he’s so defensive over it.”
Ram Kapoor’s History of Controversies on Lock Upp
This is not the first time Ram Kapoor has faced backlash on Lock Upp Season 2. Earlier, he drew criticism for his comments about a past gang rape remark and also clashed with other contestants during a task over drinking water. The actor, known for his work in television shows like Bade Achhe Lagte Hain, has been making headlines since the show premiered on June 27, 2026.
Gautami Kapoor’s Past Views on Infidelity
Interestingly, Ram’s wife Gautami Kapoor had shared her own views on cheating just months before this controversy. In an interview earlier this year, Gautami had clearly stated that disloyalty in any form is a deal breaker for her.
“It doesn’t matter to me whether it’s physical, emotional, spiritual, or transcendental. Disloyalty is disloyalty. I am a very possessive person. I give my 500% in every relationship. So for me, once there’s disloyalty, it takes a huge toll.”
Gautami had also spoken about her reaction to Ram’s famous intimate scene with Sakshi Tanwar in Bade Achhe Lagte Hain. She revealed that Ram called her at 2:30 AM after shooting the scene, and her first reaction was to hang up the phone. However, she later reflected on the situation and gave him a hug when he returned home.
The debate on Lock Upp has now become one of the most talked-about topics online, with viewers sharing strong opinions on both sides. Some agree with Ram that forgiveness can help marriages survive, while others believe, like Akanksha, that cheating is a conscious choice that breaks trust permanently.
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