Actress Shagun Sharma alleges that co‑star Gaurav Khanna bullied her during the filming of Khatron Ke Khiladi 15, stating she never wants to meet him again.
Key Takeaways
- Shagun claims Gaurav singled her out during tasks
- Gaurav allegedly called her "weak" and "giving up"
- Shagun says she will not meet him again
Shagun Sharma’s Statement
In a recent interview, Shagun Sharma opened up about being repeatedly bullied by her co‑contestant Gaurav Khanna on the set of Khatron Ke Khiladi 15. She recounted that when five participants attempted a stunt and four abandoned it, Gaurav targeted her the most, labeling her as weak.
"If five people performed a task and four quit, he would always pick on me, saying ‘She gives up’, ‘She is weak’, and ‘Don’t do this’," Shagun said, adding that reality TV can bring out a different side of people, making it hard to judge the real‑life personality of the star.
Show Background
‘Khatron Ke Khiladi’ debuted in 2008 and quickly became India’s premier stunt‑based reality series. Season 15, hosted by filmmaker Rohit Shetty after a two‑year gap, was shot in Cape Town, South Africa, featuring a blend of returning veterans and fresh faces such as Avinash Mishra, Farrhana Bhatt, Avika Gor, and others.
Why This Matters
BozokMedia analysis shows that bullying allegations on high‑profile reality shows can affect viewership ratings and advertiser confidence, especially when popular actors are involved.
"Production houses must prioritize contestants' mental well‑being; the pressure of televised stunts should never translate into harassment," says media analyst Anjali Mehra.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Has Gaurav Khanna responded to the allegations?
A: As of now, Gaurav has not issued any public statement.
Q2: Did Shagun Sharma leave the show because of the bullying?
A: No, she completed all her tasks but stated she will avoid future reality projects with him.
