Television actor Gaurav Khanna has been eliminated from Rohit Shetty’s stunt-based reality show Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 after suffering a painful elbow injury during an elimination task. The actor, who had taken on several tough stunts during his time on the show, was forced to withdraw from the competition after he could not complete the challenge. His exit came during the latest episode of the Rohit Shetty-hosted show, where contestants once again faced physically demanding tasks.
The elimination round saw Gaurav compete against Shagun Sharma and Rubina Dilaik. The stunt required the contestants to jump between two narrow bridges suspended above water, with one of them rotating, while collecting flags of different colours. There was no safety harness involved during the challenge. Shagun was the first to take on the challenge and managed to collect six flags, while Rubina picked up five. Gaurav started his attempt confidently but lost his footing and fell into the water. As he tried to climb back up the ladder, he hurt his elbow and was left in too much pain to continue.
Rohit Shetty Reveals Gaurav’s Pre-Existing Tennis Elbow
Host Rohit Shetty later revealed that Gaurav was already dealing with tennis elbow, which got aggravated during the stunt. The injury prevented him from completing the task, forcing him to bow out of the competition. Gaurav had entered the show ready to confront his fears and take on the physical challenges presented by host Rohit Shetty. However, injuries remained an unpredictable part of his journey.
Gaurav Gets Emotional During Farewell
Gaurav became emotional while saying goodbye to the show. Before leaving, he named Farrhana Bhatt, Harsh Gujral and Orry, also known as Orhan Awatramani, as the three contestants he had bonded with the most during his time on Khatron Ke Khiladi 15. The actor’s departure now leaves the remaining contestants with one less competitor as the competition becomes increasingly intense.
Fans Praise Gaurav’s Sportsmanship on Social Media
Gaurav’s elimination prompted a strong reaction from viewers on social media, with several fans praising the way he handled the setback. One viewer wrote, “The way Rohit Shetty trusted him speaks volumes about his determination. This man has a heart of gold…no hard feelings for anyone & that’s how #GauravKhanna finished his journey with his head held high”. Another fan posted, “Elimination doesn’t erase impact. Gaurav Khanna walked out with kindness as his armor and sportsman spirit as his legacy. The show lost a player, but we gained a reminder: decency is the ultimate power move”. A third user highlighted his willingness to continue despite the injury, writing, “Injured elbow. Uncertain performance. But Gaurav Khanna still chose to face the challenge and give it EVERYTHING. Love or hate, but you cannot debate that GK played well”.
Gaurav’s Previous Injuries on the Show
The elbow injury was not Gaurav’s first painful experience on Khatron Ke Khiladi 15. Earlier in the season, he had shared pictures of bruises and marks on his back following a pellet-gun stunt. The actor had described that experience as one of the most painful moments he had faced on the show. The stunt was part of the programme’s “pain auction”, in which contestants were subjected to increasing levels of discomfort as part of the challenge.
Four contestants – Gaurav, Vishal Aditya Singh, Shagun Sharma and Karan Wahi – were injured during the task. Following the reactions online, Banijay CEO Deepak Dhar defended the show’s safety measures, stating that international-level safety procedures and protocols are followed during filming. He told Hindustan Times, “It’s not at all brutal. Well, there is an element of fear. It’s called fear factor for a reason… but this is a show that is in its 15th or the 16th season”. Gaurav had also previously shared a video on social media revealing the injuries he sustained while performing the rubber bullet stunt, with his back covered in visible marks.
What Happened During the Elimination Stunt
The elimination stunt took place during the August 23 episode of Khatron Ke Khiladi 15. The episode began with light banter before turning serious with a scorpion-and-crab stunt performed by Harsh and Farrhana. Repeated mishandling cost the opposing team a five-minute penalty, giving Harsh’s side a healthy lead. Later, Avinash, Rubina, Shagun and Gaurav took on an underwater Fear Fanda task, won by Avinash. The elimination stunt followed, pitting Gaurav, Shagun and Rubina against each other on a rotating rig with no safety harness. Rubina and Shagun made it through, but Gaurav lost the round and injured his elbow in the process, ending his stint on the show.
The season has already seen several contestants face difficult moments. Rubina Dilaik, for instance, had to be taken to an ambulance following an intense stunt earlier in the competition. She later spoke about the physical and emotional challenges of returning to the show after becoming a mother, describing the experience as a test of both her strength and determination.
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Gaurav’s Upcoming Project After Khatron Ke Khiladi 15
Despite his Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 exit, Gaurav is expected to return to scripted television. The actor is reportedly set to headline an upcoming Star Plus fiction show and is said to be reuniting with producer Ekta Kapoor for a family romance drama opposite Shraddha Arya. Gaurav’s elimination highlights how, on Khatron Ke Khiladi, completing a stunt is not always about courage or determination – physical setbacks can change the outcome in a matter of moments.
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