Ram Kapoor Shares a Deeply Personal Chapter From His Childhood
Actor Ram Kapoor left viewers and fellow contestants emotional after revealing that he was sexually abused as a teenager, opening up about an experience he had kept private for decades. Speaking on Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa, Kapoor disclosed that only his wife, Gautami Kapoor, knew about the incident before he shared it publicly.
Genelia Deshmukh Applauds Ram Kapoor’s Courage
After watching the episode, Genelia shared her reaction on Instagram, posting a picture from the show featuring Ram Kapoor embracing host Riteish Deshmukh.
Expressing her admiration, she wrote, “@iamramkapoor you have made me cry, and you made me see such a beautiful perspective to the world we live in. #lockup2 well done in a big a reality show with a difference @netflix_in @ektarkapoor @farahkhankunder @riteshd.”
Her message quickly drew attention on social media, with many users praising Kapoor for speaking openly about an issue that often remains unspoken, especially among men.
‘I Was 13 Years Old’
Recalling the incident, Ram Kapoor said it happened when he was studying in Class 8 at a boarding school. He described how an older student allegedly touched him inappropriately while they were sitting together in the dormitory.
Speaking about how he reacted, Kapoor said, “I didn’t know whether I should do something, stay quiet, keep tolerating it, or scream. After quite some time, I told him I wasn’t comfortable. He stopped immediately and left. After that, I changed a lot. I became very quiet and was deeply traumatised.”
He added that the experience affected him deeply and changed his personality for a long time.
‘The Same Person Later Helped Me Heal’
Kapoor also revealed that the person later apologised to him and made genuine efforts to make amends.
“It’s strange, but the person who caused my trauma also helped me heal. We eventually became good friends. A few weeks later, he apologised, and whenever he got the chance, he made sure I knew he was genuinely sorry. This is a secret that even my children and my parents don’t know. Only Gautami knows about it,” he said.
The actor explained that although the memories remain painful, he no longer lives with anger or fear and has chosen to move forward with compassion rather than resentment.
Emotional Moments on the Show
Ram Kapoor’s revelation left the Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa house visibly emotional.
Contestant Sufi Motiwala shared that he too had experienced sexual abuse, while Harshad Chopda and Dheeraj Dhoopar were seen in tears. Host Farah Khan embraced Kapoor and told him, “I am sorry this happened to you,” while Riteish Deshmukh praised his courage, saying, “You are very strong. Today, I have learnt something from you, and I am proud of you.”
The episode has since sparked conversations online about childhood sexual abuse, trauma, healing and the importance of speaking openly about such experiences.
What did Ram Kapoor reveal on Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa?
Ram Kapoor revealed that he was sexually abused when he was 13 years old while studying at a boarding school.
How did Genelia Deshmukh react?
Genelia Deshmukh praised Ram Kapoor’s courage and wrote on Instagram that his story “made me cry.”
Who knew about the incident before the show?
Ram Kapoor said only his wife, Gautami Kapoor, knew about the incident before he shared it publicly.
How did the hosts react?
Farah Khan comforted Ram Kapoor, while Riteish Deshmukh praised his strength and courage.
Where is Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa streaming?
The reality show is streaming on Netflix.
