Bigg Boss 19 has begun with several revelations from contestants, and one of the most talked about came from actor Gaurav Khanna. Known for his role as Anuj Kapadia in Anupamaa, Gaurav has confirmed that he is colour blind. He first revealed this during Celebrity MasterChef India earlier this year, where he explained the challenges of distinguishing certain colours while cooking.
At the Bigg Boss 19 premiere, Gaurav once again opened up about the condition, sharing that he even faces difficulty in everyday situations like recognising traffic lights. His candid admission set the tone for a season where contestants are expected to share personal truths and navigate challenges under constant public scrutiny.
Gaurav Khanna Age
43 years old (as of 2025)
Gaurav Khanna Personal details and more
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Full Name: Gaurav Khanna
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Date of Birth: 11 December 1981 (Friday)
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Birthplace: Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India
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Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
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Religion: Hinduism
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Nationality: Indian
Gaurav Khanna Wife / Relationships
Gaurav is married to television actress Akanksha Chamola. The couple tied the knot on 24 November 2016 in Kanpur. Before marriage, Akanksha was his long-term partner.
Gaurav Khanna Family
He was born into a middle-class family in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. Despite not having any direct film or television background, he carved his own path into the industry.
Gaurav Khanna Education
Before his acting career, Gaurav worked as a marketing manager in an IT firm. His switch from corporate life to television marked the beginning of a successful career in entertainment.
Gaurav Khanna Career
Gaurav Khanna started his career with television commercials before landing roles in serials. His early work included Bhabhi and Kumkum – Ek Pyara Sa Bandhan. His first lead role came in Meri Doli Tere Angana in 2007.
He rose to fame with prominent roles such as:
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Neil Fernandez in Jeevan Saathi
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Inspector Kavin in CID
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Dr. Akshay Sinha in Tere Bin
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Prince Virendra Singh in Prem Ya Paheli – Chandrakanta
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Anuj Kapadia in Anupamaa (2021–2024), for which he won the Indian Telly Award for Best Actor (Editorial)
Gaurav’s entry into Bigg Boss 19 marks his first reality show in over two decades of acting, and his revelation about living with colour blindness has already made headlines.
