Akanksha Chamola’s journey on Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa continues to spark conversations as the actress candidly addresses some of the most personal chapters of her life. From discussing her separation from television actor Gaurav Khanna to speaking about her evolving understanding of her sexuality, Akanksha has remained one of the reality show’s most talked-about contestants. In the latest episode, she once again became emotional after receiving support from the show’s hosts, saying she had been judged by people who never knew the complete story. Her remarks came during a crucial elimination round that offered one contestant a chance to stay safe for another week.
Unlike many reality show contestants who choose to keep their personal lives guarded, Akanksha has consistently spoken about subjects that are deeply personal. That openness has brought her appreciation from some viewers while also inviting criticism on social media. During the latest episode, she admitted that public opinion affected her, especially because many people formed opinions based only on her relationship with Gaurav Khanna.
Farah Khan and Riteish Deshmukh save Akanksha
The latest “Judgement Day” episode saw Akanksha Chamola, Sufi Motiwala, Yogesh Rawat, Harshad Chopda and Shivangi Joshi land in the danger zone. Actor Arjun Kapoor also appeared on the show as the voice of the public, questioning contestants about their performances and conduct inside the house. At the end of the episode, hosts Farah Khan and Riteish Deshmukh were given the responsibility of saving one contestant from elimination after reviewing their journeys.
The two unanimously chose Akanksha, praising the way she had owned her truth with honesty and courage throughout the competition. Hearing their decision left the actress visibly emotional, as she admitted that the recognition meant much more than simply staying in the game. It became a moment of personal validation after weeks of intense public scrutiny.
Reacting to the decision, Akanksha said, “Thank you so much. It feels great to get this validation from you all. It feels very good because in the last few months, I have been so misunderstood, across the entire country… for being someone’s wife and behaving in a certain way. Now if I am clearing certain doubts about people, and about how a woman is supposed to behave and how she is, I am very glad that you have explained that to me. It really means a lot, I am very grateful.”
Akanksha reflects on her marriage with Gaurav Khanna
Akanksha and Gaurav Khanna got married in November 2016 after reportedly meeting during an audition and eventually falling in love. Their wedding took place in Kanpur in the presence of family and close friends. However, during the premiere of Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa, Akanksha surprised everyone by revealing that they had decided to part ways and had been living separately for nearly a year.
Later in the season, Gaurav entered the show to support her and offered his perspective on their relationship. He clarified that although they were living separately, they were still legally married and had not yet filed for divorce. Their statements highlighted that while the relationship had reached a difficult phase, the legal process was still pending.
Actress speaks openly about sexuality and motherhood
Throughout the season, Akanksha has also spoken about her sexuality, explaining that she believes it can change with different phases of life. While discussing her current emotional state during the divorce, she said, “Sexuality keeps changing. Aap ke phases ke upar hota hain ki… mera abhi divorce ho raha hain mujhe abhi kisi se sex nahi chahiye. Ladkiyo ke saath bhi nahi chahiye, admiyo ke saath bhi nahi chahiye. Mera alag phase chal raha hain isey kehte hain asexual.”
She has also addressed why she does not wish to become a mother, explaining that she never developed a maternal instinct. According to Akanksha, she felt it would be unfair to continue a relationship if her life goals differed significantly from her partner’s. Speaking about her attraction towards women, she also shared, “Mujhe ladkiya pasand hain. Main admire karti hoon, main attract hoti hoon unke taraf. I think mera woh safe space hain.” She added that she has always found comfort in feminine energy and never viewed friendships between women through the lens of jealousy or competition.
As Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa moves deeper into the competition, Akanksha Chamola’s willingness to speak about deeply personal experiences continues to make her one of the season’s most discussed contestants. Whether audiences agree with her choices or not, her candid conversations have ensured that her journey remains one of the defining narratives of the reality show.
