Lock Upp 2: Akanksha Chamola Sparks Controversy Over Statement Against Husband Gaurav Khanna

The reality show Lock Upp 2 continues to remain in the limelight due to its high-voltage drama and unexpected twists. In every episode, viewers witness new conflicts and emotional outbursts that keep the audience hooked. Recently, contestant Akanksha Chamola has found herself at the center of a major controversy following a statement she made about her husband, actor Gaurav Khanna, while this remark has sparked a massive debate on social media, with many users expressing their disappointment over her choice of words and her attitude towards her spouse during a sensitive moment in the show.

The Incident on Visitors Day

The controversy began during the special Visitors Day episode, a time when contestants usually look forward to meeting their loved ones for emotional support and motivation. Gaurav Khanna had come to the show to meet Akanksha. However, instead of a warm reunion, Akanksha's subsequent comments about the visit have left fans shocked. The situation unfolded when Vinny, the wife of fellow contestant Dheeraj, entered the house to meet her husband. This emotional meeting prompted a discussion among the other contestants, including Shreya, Shilpa, and Akanksha, who were observing the interactions of their fellow housemates.

During their conversation, Shreya pointed out to Akanksha that while someone from her home had come and Dheeraj's wife had also arrived, she herself was still waiting for her boyfriend to visit. In response to Shreya's observation, Akanksha made a surprising and blunt clarification. She stated that the person who visited her was actually her ex, while this revelation set the stage for the more controversial remarks that followed, as the housemates discussed the nature of the visitors they had received during the episode.

The Controversial Comparison with a Pet

As the discussion continued, Varun was seen laughing, noting that no one from Akanksha's actual family seemed to have visited her, referring to the visitor as a stranger, while akanksha agreed with this sentiment and expressed her dissatisfaction openly. She stated that it would have been better if someone from her family had come because she was looking for comfort and a sense of belonging. She went on to say that the meeting seemed more important for him than it was for her. In a statement that has now gone viral, she remarked that she would have preferred it if her parents had come, or even if her dog had come instead of Gaurav. This comparison of her husband to a pet has been the primary trigger for the public outcry.

Social Media Backlash and Public Reaction

The video of Akanksha Chamola making these comments has spread rapidly across social media platforms like Twitter and Instagram. The reaction from the public has been sharply divided, though largely critical. While a small section of viewers attempted to support Akanksha, suggesting that she was in a vulnerable state and simply needed the comfort of her immediate family, the majority of users have slammed her for the comparison. Many fans of Gaurav Khanna have taken offense, with comments flooding in stating that she doesn't deserve him. Critics have pointed out that such statements on national television are disrespectful to the relationship they once shared.

Revelations About Divorce and Relationship History

This isn't the first time Akanksha has spoken about her personal life on the show, while after entering Lock Upp 2, she had previously revealed that she and Gaurav Khanna are heading toward a divorce. Despite the decision to separate, she had mentioned that they would continue to support each other in their respective journeys. The history of their relationship adds another layer to the current controversy. Gaurav Khanna and Akanksha Chamola first met in an audition room, where Gaurav reportedly fell in love with her at first sight, while after dating for some time, the couple got married in 2016 in Kanpur. Notably, there is an age gap of 9 years between the two. The recent events on the show have now put their past and present relationship status under the spotlight once again, leaving fans wondering about the future of their bond.