Gaurav Khanna and Akanksha Chamola's Shocking Split: Insights from Lock Upp

Television actors Gaurav Khanna and Akanksha Chamola have announced their separation, shocking fans who admired their public persona. Akanksha revealed during the reality show Lock Upp that they have been living apart for a year, primarily due to differing views on parenthood. While Gaurav developed a desire for children, Akanksha expressed her decision to remain child-free. This candid discussion has sparked conversations about marriage expectations and personal choices. As the couple navigates this difficult time, Gaurav has yet to comment on the situation.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 30, 2026, 03:26 IST

Gaurav Khanna and Akanksha Chamola's Unexpected Separation

Fans of television star Gaurav Khanna and his spouse Akanksha Chamola are reeling from the news of their separation. The couple, who often appeared joyful together in public, is now facing divorce after several years of marriage. Akanksha disclosed this surprising news during the debut episode of Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa, where she participated as a contestant. She shared that they have been living apart for the last year, marking the first time she has publicly addressed their relationship struggles. In a recent episode, Akanksha elaborated on how their differing views on parenthood significantly contributed to their split.

Akanksha Discusses Her Choice to Stay Child-Free

Akanksha Opens Up About Not Wanting Children

In a heartfelt discussion with fellow contestants Shreya Kalra and Sufi Motiwala, Akanksha Chamola candidly expressed her decision to remain child-free. She admitted that she never felt a maternal instinct, even during her marriage to Gaurav. Initially, she was open to the idea of motherhood, but over time, she recognized that parenting was not for her. According to her, Gaurav initially respected her feelings about not wanting children, but their views shifted as time passed. Akanksha revealed that Gaurav eventually developed a strong desire for children, while she remained firm in her decision against motherhood. She stated, "Now, he wants to have kids and I can't give him that. Nahi hein mere mein instinct, woh maine bohot pehle bol diya tha."

Reflections on Marriage and Parenthood

Akanksha emphasized that she had been transparent about her feelings from the start and never intended to mislead her husband. She explained, "Jab mujhe realise ho gaya ki main bani hi nahi hu iss cheez ke liye maine tabhi hi bol diya tha ki main nahi karne waali hoon. So we had a discussion where I told him if you want to leave me then leave me, fair enough." She also reflected on the societal expectation that marriage should lead to children and family. While she does not hold Gaurav accountable for wanting kids, she acknowledged that they simply have different life aspirations. After Gaurav's participation in Bigg Boss, she realized how deeply he yearned for parenthood. "For me, I don't want to put him in that situation," she added.

Fans React to the Divorce Announcement

Gaurav-Akanksha's Divorce News Revelation Shocked Fans

During the premiere of Lock Upp 2, Akanksha had already disclosed that she and Gaurav were heading for a divorce. She stated, "Gaurav and I are getting divorced. We are good together, but there is a compatibility issue. We have been living separately for the past one year. We didn't tell this to anyone. This is the first time I am talking about it on camera." As of now, Gaurav has not publicly responded to the news of their divorce or Akanksha's revelations.