Bigg Boss 19: Gaurav Khanna Cries After Media Questions His “Child” Comment Intent

Bigg Boss 19’s finale week turned intensely personal on Monday night when television star Gaurav Khanna broke down in tears during the media interaction round after a journalist accused him of using the “child” topic to garner sympathy votes. The Top 6 finalist—competing alongside Pranit More, Malti Chahar, Farhana Bhatt, Tanya Mittal, and Amaal Mallik—was asked if his emotional consultation with the house astrologer about having children was a calculated move, given that he and wife Akanksha Chamola had mutually decided against parenthood. The question visibly shattered the usually composed actor, who sobbed uncontrollably as he defended his feelings.

Speaking through tears, Gaurav said, “I love kids. When I got married, I genuinely wanted children from the bottom of my heart. But in today’s time, there are very few men who love their wives so much that they can set aside their own deepest wishes for her happiness.” He explained that the couple’s decision was driven by Akanksha’s career priorities and personal choice, adding that bringing up the topic on national television was never a sympathy ploy. “I have never played the victim card in this house. That question felt like someone attacked the most private part of my life,” he later told fellow contestant Farhana Bhatt.

The moment quickly went viral, with viewers praising Gaurav’s vulnerability while slamming the journalist for crossing boundaries. Social media erupted with #WeStandWithGaurav trending nationwide, as fans hailed his response as one of the most dignified breakdowns in Bigg Boss history. Many pointed out that Gaurav had only asked the astrologer a casual question during a light-hearted segment, never turning it into a sob story for votes. Co-contestant Farhana Bhatt was seen consoling him, drawing a parallel: “You got hurt when someone spoke about your wife the way I get hurt when someone speaks about my father.”

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The incident has further solidified Gaurav’s position as a frontrunner for the Bigg Boss 19 trophy, with bookmakers and fan polls now heavily favouringfavouring the Anupamaa star. Known for keeping personal matters private throughout the season, his raw outburst has humanised him in the eyes of millions, turning a potential controversy into a defining moment of authenticity.

As the finale approaches this weekend, the media round—traditionally the toughest test for contestants—has once again proven why Bigg Boss remains Indian television’s most unscripted emotional rollercoaster. For Gaurav Khanna, a single question about fatherhood may have just sealed his journey from TV heartthrob to Bigg Boss 19’s most loved finalist.

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