Fresh off his Bigg Boss 19 triumph on December 7, 2025 — where he lifted the trophy and took home a ₹50 lakh prize — Gaurav Khanna is already battling a very different kind of spotlight. The actor is facing a wave of trolling aimed at his wife, Akanksha Chamola, over the couple’s decision not to have children.
In an exclusive chat on December 8, Gaurav fiercely defended Akanksha, calling the “selfish” tag baseless and reaffirming his unwavering support. “Nothing was fixed in the show — my journey was pure, and I’m the real winner because I stayed true to myself and my family,” he said, hitting back at both “rigged win” claims and deeply personal attacks.
The Troll Storm: From Sympathy Card to a ‘Selfish’ Wife
The controversy reignited during Family Week when Akanksha entered the house and Gaurav opened up about their nine-year, child-free marriage. On the show, an astrologer predicted a child in their future, but Akanksha calmly said, “I don’t think I can handle the responsibility.”
An emotional Gaurav backed her on national television “Love marriage hai, so jo woh bolegi karna padega.”
After the finale, media interactions amplified the moment, with one journalist accusing him of playing a “sympathy card.” Trolls piled on, labelling Akanksha “selfish” and questioning their relationship.
Gaurav, visibly hurt, broke down while responding: “This is sensitive… I cherish my wife. Main har woh baat maanunga jo meri biwi kahegi.”
Gaurav’s Fierce Defence: Respect Over Pressure
Married since November 24, 2016, the couple first met at an audition and share a 10-year age gap. For Gaurav, that backstory only deepens his commitment. “We are men — we support our wives’ choices. I won’t force her; we’ll have kids when she’s ready,” he said, stressing that parenthood will never be a pressure point.
On the accusation that he milked the revelation for votes, Gaurav was blunt: “If it was for votes, why discuss it privately? It’s our life, not a game.”
Akanksha, an actress from Uttarakhand, echoed his stance in a interview: “I haven’t felt the inclination to become a mother yet — career and responsibility matter.”
Gaurav has dedicated his Bigg Boss 19 win to her, saying, “She’s my rock; trolls can’t touch our bond.”
Fan Divide: Support vs Scrutiny
Online, opinions are sharply split. The hashtag #StandWithAkanksha has trended with hundreds of thousands of posts, with fans applauding Gaurav’s stance: “Real men respect choices — Gaurav is king!”
Critics, however, remain cynical: “Using family for sympathy?”
The backlash mirrors wider debates around parenthood pressure, particularly on celebrity couples expected to “follow the script” of marriage, kids, and picture-perfect family life.
A Win Beyond the Trophy
Gaurav Khanna’s takedown of trolls isn’t just a retort — it’s a statement of resolve. By standing firmly by Akanksha’s decision, he throws up a larger question: can love defy labels in a world obsessed with checklists?
His answer is an emphatic yes, scripting a post-Bigg Boss chapter where the real win lies not in a trophy, but in choosing respect, autonomy and partnership over public approval.
— By Manoj H