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Bigg Boss 19 winner Gaurav Khanna’s most remarkable moments on the controversial reality show
Gaurav Khanna, the winner of Bigg Boss 19, was known for his calm demeanour and strategic gameplay, which contrasted with the typical high-drama environment of the show. Here are his most remarkable moments during his journey in the Bigg Boss 19 house.
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![Winning the "Ticket to Finale" task Gaurav secured the season's first and only direct entry into the grand finale by winning an intense balance task, outlasting competitors like Pranit More and Ashnoor Kaur.](https://images.moneycontrol.com/static-mcnews/2025/12/20251208095452_1.jpg "Winning the "Ticket to Finale" task Gaurav secured the season's first and only direct entry into the grand finale by winning an intense balance task, outlasting competitors like Pranit More and Ashnoor Kaur.")
Winning the "Ticket to Finale" task
Gaurav secured the season's first and only direct entry into the grand finale by winning an intense balance task, outlasting competitors like Pranit More and Ashnoor Kaur.
Gaurav secured the season's first and only direct entry into the grand finale by winning an intense balance task, outlasting competitors like Pranit More and Ashnoor Kaur.
2/8
Emotional defence of his childfree choice
He broke down during a media interaction when accused of using his and his wife's choice to be childfree for sympathy votes, passionately defending their decision and affirming his love for children.
He broke down during a media interaction when accused of using his and his wife's choice to be childfree for sympathy votes, passionately defending their decision and affirming his love for children.
3/8
![The "Open Mic" roast allegation His allegation during an Open Mic task that fellow contestant Farhana Bhatt asked Abhishek Bajaj to be her "one-week boyfriend" caused significant controversy and online fury, leading to character assassination claims.](https://images.moneycontrol.com/static-mcnews/2025/12/20251208095522_3.jpg "The "Open Mic" roast allegation His allegation during an Open Mic task that fellow contestant Farhana Bhatt asked Abhishek Bajaj to be her "one-week boyfriend" caused significant controversy and online fury, leading to character assassination claims.")
The "Open Mic" roast allegation
His allegation during an Open Mic task that fellow contestant Farhana Bhatt asked Abhishek Bajaj to be her "one-week boyfriend" caused significant controversy and online fury, leading to character assassination claims.
His allegation during an Open Mic task that fellow contestant Farhana Bhatt asked Abhishek Bajaj to be her "one-week boyfriend" caused significant controversy and online fury, leading to character assassination claims.
4/8
![Refusal of kitchen duties controversy Initially, Gaurav refused to do kitchen duties, citing his lack of knowledge of Indian cooking despite having won Celebrity MasterChef India, which led to online trolling and the nickname "Farzi Bawarchi" (fake chef). He later clarified this was a deliberate strategy to avoid kitchen politics.](https://images.moneycontrol.com/static-mcnews/2025/12/20251208095533_4.jpg "Refusal of kitchen duties controversy Initially, Gaurav refused to do kitchen duties, citing his lack of knowledge of Indian cooking despite having won Celebrity MasterChef India, which led to online trolling and the nickname "Farzi Bawarchi" (fake chef). He later clarified this was a deliberate strategy to avoid kitchen politics.")
Refusal of kitchen duties controversy
Initially, Gaurav refused to do kitchen duties, citing his lack of knowledge of Indian cooking despite having won Celebrity MasterChef India, which led to online trolling and the nickname "Farzi Bawarchi" (fake chef). He later clarified this was a deliberate strategy to avoid kitchen politics.
Initially, Gaurav refused to do kitchen duties, citing his lack of knowledge of Indian cooking despite having won Celebrity MasterChef India, which led to online trolling and the nickname "Farzi Bawarchi" (fake chef). He later clarified this was a deliberate strategy to avoid kitchen politics.
5/8
![Salman Khan calling him a "superstar" and "green flag" Host Salman Khan praised Gaurav's dignified conduct and called him a "superstar" and a "green flag" during a Weekend Ka Vaar episode, which sparked the popular #GauravSuperstar trend among his fans.](https://images.moneycontrol.com/static-mcnews/2025/12/20251208095542_5.jpg "Salman Khan calling him a "superstar" and "green flag" Host Salman Khan praised Gaurav's dignified conduct and called him a "superstar" and a "green flag" during a Weekend Ka Vaar episode, which sparked the popular #GauravSuperstar trend among his fans.")
Salman Khan calling him a "superstar" and "green flag"
Host Salman Khan praised Gaurav's dignified conduct and called him a "superstar" and a "green flag" during a Weekend Ka Vaar episode, which sparked the popular #GauravSuperstar trend among his fans.
Host Salman Khan praised Gaurav's dignified conduct and called him a "superstar" and a "green flag" during a Weekend Ka Vaar episode, which sparked the popular #GauravSuperstar trend among his fans.
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Maintaining composure amidst accusations
Throughout his time in the house, he was praised by fans and even Salman Khan for his steady and respectful energy, which was a sharp contrast to the more volatile behaviour of other housemates, a strategy that helped him last the distance.
Throughout his time in the house, he was praised by fans and even Salman Khan for his steady and respectful energy, which was a sharp contrast to the more volatile behaviour of other housemates, a strategy that helped him last the distance.
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His friendship with Pranit More and Mridul Tiwari
Gaurav formed strong bonds with fellow contestants Pranit More and Mridul Tiwari that became a highlight of the season, showcasing loyalty amidst shifting alliances.
Gaurav formed strong bonds with fellow contestants Pranit More and Mridul Tiwari that became a highlight of the season, showcasing loyalty amidst shifting alliances.
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Lifting the trophy
Ultimately, his most remarkable moment was winning Bigg Boss 19, taking home the trophy, a cash prize of Rs. 50 lakh, and a car, proving that a calm and consistent game could lead to victory.
Ultimately, his most remarkable moment was winning Bigg Boss 19, taking home the trophy, a cash prize of Rs. 50 lakh, and a car, proving that a calm and consistent game could lead to victory.
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