The White Lotus has once again sparked controversy with a shocking storyline that’s leaving viewers stunned. This season, set in the Thailand-based resort, explores the lives of both the guests and staff, with the Ratliff family at the centre. The family’s sons, Saxon (Patrick Schwarzenegger) and Lochlan ( Sam Nivola ), have proven to be drastically different from the beginning, with the first episode including a startling full-frontal scene, followed by an unsettling incest plot. Lochlan’s bizarre fixation on watching Saxon in a private moment set the tone for what would become an increasingly twisted dynamic between the two brothers. In the most recent episodes, the situation escalates further, with Lochlan, after being dared by fellow characters Chloe (Charlotte Le Bon) and Chelsea (Aimee Lou Wood), engaging in a kiss with Saxon. The tension grows in this week’s instalment, where Lochlan, while involved with Chloe, goes further, performing intimate acts on Saxon. Fans have flooded social media to express their shock and discomfort with this storyline, which is turning the season into a lightning rod for discussion. The events unfold on Greg Hunt’s (Jon Gries) luxurious yacht, where the group of friends, including Chloe, Chelsea, and the brothers, attend a full moon party. While Chloe seems to have no qualms about her sexual involvement with the brothers, it is revealed in an intense moment that she had sex with both of them the previous night, further complicating the already chaotic narrative. Saxon and Lochlan, with their hazy memories, find themselves piecing together a night of unsettling actions. It’s later clarified that Lochlan was the one who engaged in the more disturbing act, leading to confusion and discomfort for both brothers. Saxon, disoriented and confused, struggles to process what happened, even describing the kiss with his brother as “a joke.” The bizarre situation also impacts Lochlan, whose memories resurface during a meditation session at a Buddhist temple, where he is forced to confront his role in these events. His inner turmoil becomes clear as he reflects on the complexity of his actions. Following the shocking scenes, viewers took to X to slam the storyline. "This is most disturbing thing I have ever seen on TV. Glamorising incest is not okay. Sick to my stomach," one fumed. Another echoed: "I fear The White Lotus has gone too far with the Saxon and Lochlan thing. It's truly revolting." Someone else agreed, as they shared: "Incest is not best. Anyone whose saying this storyline is 'hot' needs to get their heads checked. So so so sick." While another viewer added: "I've seen a lot of disturbing and rotten s*** on TV over the years but this is taking it too far. Whoever wrote this storyline needs serious help." In a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, both actors involved defended the storyline, emphasizing the emotional and psychological depth behind the provocative scenes as they defended it. Schwarzenegger noted that while the scenes were sensational, they also offered a deeper look at the internal conflict of the character, questioning his identity and masculinity. Meanwhile, Nivola acknowledged the discomfort of filming such intimate and charged scenes, but pointed out that creator Mike White has always used shocking moments to push the story forward, making them integral to character development. The brothers’ controversial storyline continues to unfold. Like this story? For more of the latest showbiz news and gossip, follow Mirror Celebs on TikTok , Snapchat , Instagram , Twitter , Facebook , YouTube and Threads .