Gaurav Khanna won Bigg Boss 19 on December 7, 2025. He lifted the trophy and took home Rs 50 lakh cash prize plus a car. This TV star from Anupamaa now rules hearts across India.
Early Life
Gaurav Khanna came to this world on December 11, 1981. He was born in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. His family lived a simple middle-class life. Father Vinod Khanna worked in exports. Mother Shashi Khanna cared for the home. Gaurav has an elder sister. As a kid, Gaurav loved school plays. He went to Seth Anandram Jaipuria School in Kanpur. There, he took part in debates and theatre. These activities sparked his acting dream early. Teachers saw his talent shine on stage. Friends remember him as a fun-loving boy.
After school, Gaurav studied at PPN Degree College. He finished graduation there. Then, he moved to Mumbai for MBA. Books and studies shaped his sharp mind. But acting pulled him more than business classes. Kanpur's streets taught him hard work and grit.
Gaurav Khanna Age, Height, Wikipedia, Biography, Net Worth, Wife, Family
First Job
Gaurav did not jump straight to acting. He took a marketing manager job in an IT firm. Days were long with meetings and targets. Salary was okay but heart wanted more. He balanced office work with theatre plays at night. This phase built his patience and skills. Mumbai's busy life tested him hard. Friends from Kanpur missed home food. Gaurav cooked simple dal-chawal to feel close to roots. Job taught him teamwork and talk skills. These helped later in TV auditions. He quit job when acting calls came often.
Gaurav stands tall at 5 feet 9 inches. He weighs around 70 kg. Chest 41 inches, waist 30 inches, biceps 15 inches. Dark brown eyes and black hair add charm. Fitness keeps him fit for action roles.
Tv Work
Gaurav stepped into TV in 1998. His first big role was Senior Inspector Kavin in CID. Fans loved his tough cop look. Show ran for years. He solved cases with style. This made him known in small towns too. Next came Bhabhi and Kumkum - Ek Pyara Sa Bandhan. In Kumkum, he played Sharman Wadhwa. Roles showed his range. From cop to family man, he fitted all. Auditions were tough but he never gave up.
In 2009, Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai had him briefly. Then Gangaa as Dr. Sameer Mirza in 2015. Darr Sabko Lagta Hai followed. Each show added fans. Gaurav learned dialogues fast. Co-stars praised his dedication.
Rise to Fame
2016 brought Tere Bin. Gaurav played lead role. Show ran smooth till wedding news. During shoot, love story with co-star bloomed. Fans cheered his on-screen romance. Off-screen, life changed big. Prem Ya Paheli Chandrakanta in 2017 had him as Rajkumar Virendra Singh. Chandragupta Maurya saw him as Seleucus I Nicator in 2018. Red Love as Dr. Avinash. Mano Ya Na Mano and Sssshhh Phir Koi Hai too. He juggled many shows.
Awards came his way. Indian Telly Award for Best Actor. Fans voted online. Gaurav thanked family in speeches. Net worth now 12 to 15 crore rupees. He earns from shows, ads, social media. Mumbai home is luxury. Cars add style to life.
Popularity
Anupamaa changed everything in 2020. Gaurav played Anuj Kapadia. Anuj supported Anupama always. He broke male stereotypes in soaps. Fans called him ideal husband. Chemistry with Rupali Ganguly won hearts. Show ran daily, seven days week. Anuj cared for all. He stood by Anupama in tough times. Gaurav said role got huge love. Exit in 2024 after time jump upset fans. Rumors of fights with Rupali spread. He denied all. Said story needed change. Fans missed Anu-Anuj pair.
Gaurav earned 1.5 to 2.5 lakh per episode. Highest paid in TV then. Role taught him depth. He prepped hard for emotions. Show crossed borders. Anupamaa fans now in villages and cities.
Reality Shows
Gaurav tried reality TV. Celebrity MasterChef India in 2025. He won the title. Cooking skills shocked all. Fights with Nikki Tamboli made news. But he stayed calm. Won hearts with food and game. Bigg Boss 19 started August 2025. Gaurav entered as strong player. Paid 17.5 lakh per week. Highest earner. Fights over food with Zeishaan Quadri. Kunickaa called back-stabbing. He stayed dignified. No abuses. Salman Khan praised him as TV superstar.
Tasks showed his strength. Won Ticket to Finale first. Beat Ashnoor Kaur, others in plank task. Became last captain. Fans split on fixing rumors. Gaurav said win with love, no fights. December 7 finale saw him beat Farrhana Bhatt, Tanya Mittal, Amaal Mallik, Pranit More.
Personal Life
Gaurav met Akanksha Chamola on Tere Bin set. She acted in Swaragini. Love grew fast. Engaged November 23, 2016. Married next day in Kanpur. Wedding had sangeet, mata ki chowki. Simple family affair. Akanksha born 1991, 10 years younger. Couple open about life. No kids yet. Gaurav loves children. Akanksha has reasons not to have now. Nine years married, they respect choice. Fans ask often. Gaurav says happy as is. They support each other in careers.
Akanksha cheers from outside. Posts love on social media. Gaurav credits her for strength. No first wife rumors true. Only Akanksha matters. Hinduism guides their life.
