Gaurav Khanna’s journey on Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 has begun with both determination and setbacks. Fresh off winning Celebrity MasterChef India and Bigg Boss 19, the television star entered Rohit Shetty’s stunt-based reality show as one of the season’s strongest contenders. However, the premiere week itself proved physically demanding, with the actor suffering a painful back injury while attempting one of the show’s high-intensity challenges.
The incident quickly became a talking point after Gaurav shared a glimpse of the injuries on social media. His post offered fans a behind-the-scenes look at the physical toll the contestants endure while performing dangerous stunts, reminding viewers that the challenges often leave lasting marks long after the cameras stop rolling.
Gaurav Shares Painful Injury After the Stunt
Taking to social media, Gaurav posted a video showing the bruises and marks left on his back following the stunt. He also thanked fellow contestant Orhan Awatramani (Orry) for recording the moment, giving fans a closer look at what happened during the challenge.
Sharing the clip, Gaurav wrote, “I cud still feel this pain watching it on tv. Most painful experience ever. All 4 of us went through this guys… still hav these marks.” The actor’s post quickly drew reactions from fans, many of whom praised his determination and wished him a speedy recovery.
Before joining the show, Gaurav had already revealed that convincing his family—especially his mother—wasn’t easy. Speaking about her concerns, he had said, “For her, Khatron Ke Khiladi felt even tougher because this isn’t just mental pressure; it’s physical as well. Her biggest concern was safety. She kept asking me what kind of stunts we’ll be doing, how everything works, and whether it’s all safe there. I think for any mother, watching her child step into something so unpredictable is never easy.” His injury during the opening week reflects exactly the kind of risks she had worried about before he accepted the offer.
Shagun Sharma’s Remarks Keep Gaurav in Headlines
Even as viewers discuss his performance on the show, Gaurav has also remained in the spotlight because of comments made by fellow contestant Shagun Sharma. In a recent interview, she alleged that the actor had repeatedly singled her out during the competition and described her experience as being bullied.
Speaking about Gaurav, Shagun said, “I think Gaurav Khanna is one person I would not want to meet.” She further alleged, “He was someone jinhone mujhe bahut bully kiya hai. Let’s say, for example, if five people performed a task and four of them aborted it, out of those four, he would pick on me the most. He would say, ‘Yeh toh chor deti hai,’ ‘She is weak,’ and ‘Don’t do this’. I think reality space mein you do become a different version of yourself. So, I wouldn’t say ki shayad woh real mein ekdum hi waise hain jaise unhone wahan behave kara ha.”
Gaurav has not publicly responded to Shagun’s allegations so far. As a result, the claims remain one-sided at the time of writing, with viewers waiting to see whether future episodes or the actor himself address the matter.
Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 Begins With High Stakes
Hosted by Rohit Shetty, Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 premiered on Colors TV on August 1 and features a diverse mix of television personalities, digital creators, comedians, and entertainers competing through physically demanding tasks. Alongside Gaurav Khanna, this season includes Avinash Mishra, Farhana Bhat, Shagun Sharma, Avika Gor, Orry, Harsh Gujral, Jasmin Bhasin, Rubina Dilaik, Karan Wahi, Rithvik Dhanjani, and Vishal Aditya Singh.
With injuries already making headlines and personal rivalries beginning to emerge, the new season appears to be delivering both adrenaline-filled stunts and dramatic interpersonal moments. Gaurav’s early setback has only increased curiosity about whether he can overcome the physical challenges ahead and continue the winning streak that has defined his recent reality television journey.
