‘I am sorry to everyone who felt uncomfortable’: Gautami Kapoor apologises to Shreya Kalra over her allegations on Ram Kapoor
30 July,2026 12:15 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
After Ram Kapoor`s controversial Lock Upp incident, Gautami Kapoor apologised to Shreya Kalra. Shreya accepted the apology, appreciating the couple for acknowledging her discomfort and handling the matter maturely
Shreya Kalra and Gautami Kapoor (Pictures
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The latest episode of Lock Upp witnessed an emotional moment after actress Gautami Kapoor publicly apologised to contestant Shreya Kalra on behalf of her husband, actor Ram Kapoor, following a controversial incident that had sparked widespread criticism online.
The controversy began after a task inside the Lock Upp house, during which Ram Kapoor allegedly touched Shreya inappropriately. The moment quickly went viral on social media, with several viewers expressing discomfort and questioning the actor’s behaviour. While Ram later clarified that there was no ill intent behind the gesture and apologised for making Shreya uncomfortable, the incident continued to dominate online conversations.
Gautami Kapoor apologises to Shreya Kalra
Addressing the matter during the show, Gautami Kapoorsaid she felt it was important to personally apologise to Shreya, regardless of the circumstances. She acknowledged that while the incident may not have been intentional, it had caused discomfort and deserved to be addressed with sensitivity.
Speaking to Shreya, Gautami said, “I want to apologise to you on Ram’s behalf. I know he never intended to make you uncomfortable, but if his actions hurt you in any way, I am truly sorry. As a woman, I understand how such situations can make someone feel, and I felt it was important to say this to you personally.”
Shreya accepted the apology gracefully and clarified that she had never believed Ram acted with malicious intent. However, she admitted that she had felt awkward in the moment and appreciated both Ram and Gautami for acknowledging her feelings instead of dismissing them.
The contestant said that what mattered most to her was that her discomfort had been recognised. She added that misunderstandings can happen, but taking accountability and offering a sincere apology helps resolve such situations respectfully.
Gautami Kapoor’s heatfelt gesture
Following Gautami’s heartfelt gesture, several contestants applauded the mature way in which the matter was handled. The atmosphere inside the house, which had remained tense since the controversy erupted, appeared to ease as the two women shared a brief emotional exchange.
Outside the show, viewers reacted positively to Gautami’s apology. While opinions on the original incident remained divided, many social media users praised her for addressing the issue directly instead of ignoring the controversy. Others also appreciatedShreya’s composed response and her willingness to move forward after receiving an apology.
The episode highlighted the importance of acknowledging another person’s discomfort, even when there is no deliberate intention to cause harm. Gautami’s decision to apologise publicly and Shreya’s acceptance of the gesture turned an uncomfortable controversy into a conversation about accountability, empathy and mutual respect, earning appreciation from a section of the audience.
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