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Responding to criticism over Shivangi Joshi's Lock Upp revelation, her team said the actress had always been consistent about her past. "Army first, business later. Both true," the statement read, after social media users questioned her family's financial struggle story.

Television actress Shivangi Joshi faced backlash after the latest (July 28) episode of the reality show Lock Upp featured a task where inmates had to reveal a secret in exchange for kharcha paani and, in return, would also become unsafe for nomination. During the task, Shivangi was given the phrase 'bread and butter,' which led her to open up about one of the most challenging phases of her life. The actress shared details about her family’s financial struggles and revealed how a business setback pushed them through a difficult period.

Shivangi Joshi's 'Bread & Butter' Story Sparks Backlash

Shivangi claimed that her father's transport business suffered major losses, which resulted in a severe financial crisis for the family. Recalling those days, Shivangi broke down and said her family had 'literally come on the streets' and found it difficult to arrange even their basic necessities. She also revealed that her parents worked at a cafe and washed dishes to earn money during that phase.

Shivangi Joshi's Team Clarifies Father's Army, Business History