Model-actress Poonam Pandey is all set to be a part of MX Player’s upcoming reality show Lock Upp. The show is produced under the banner of Balaji and will be hosted by actress Kangana Ranaut.
In a recent interview with BT, Poonam talked about it and shared, “Till now, people know me as a celeb, who makes headlines and posts videos and pictures on social media. People know me as an actress, who is known for controversies and who indulges in bold acts. It is high time people get to know the real Poonam Pandey, who is also a human being and has a different side. I was tempted to do this show because I am excited to answer questions and face queries on my life.”
Talking about her controversies, she said, “I did it for publicity. In 2011, I was not an actress, I was just an outsider, a small model, who was looking for a bigger platform because I was not getting one. It is difficult for outsiders to grab headlines unless they make such bold statements. I was only 18, a kid, so I said that to grab attention. The Goa episode was unfortunate and I was not aware of the laws and rules. I also apologized for it.”
Poonam was married to producer-director Sam Bombay in September 2020 but after just a few weeks the actress registered a complaint against him for molestation and assault. Talking about it she said, “No woman wants to go through such incidents. I married him but then that happened and it was unfortunate. It is not as silly or funny as it sounds. I am single right now and not looking for a companion.
She concluded by saying, “I am a human being and not controversy’s kid and my new avatar will be visible to all in the show.”