Television actor Gaurav Khanna has clarified the confusion surrounding the ₹50 lakh prize money he won after emerging victorious on *Bigg Boss Season 19. The actor recently explained that he has now received the prize amount, along with other rewards promised on the show.
Gaurav Khanna clears the air
A few days ago, Gaurav mentioned in a YouTube vlog that he had not yet received the winning prize money. His statement quickly sparked speculation among fans, especially since the reality show had concluded in December last year.
However, in a recent interaction with media, the actor clarified that the vlog clip circulating online was recorded around 40 days earlier during a visit to his hometown in winter.
By the time the video was uploaded publicly, the payment process had already been completed.
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The actor confirmed that he has now received the ₹50 lakh prize amount, along with the car and additional coupons that were part of the winner’s package from the Salman Khan-hosted reality show.
According to Gaurav, the delay should not be seen as unusual.
He explained that such processes can take time in the television industry, and payments are often completed after certain formalities are finished.
“It’s being exaggerated,” says the actor
Addressing the online buzz, Gaurav stated that the situation had been misinterpreted because of the timing of the vlog’s upload.
He added that he had already mentioned in the video’s caption that the money and vouchers had been received later.
The actor also urged fans not to create unnecessary controversy around the issue, explaining that delays of a few weeks are normal in the industry.
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In the vlog, Gaurav was responding to a fan’s question about whether he had received everything promised after winning Bigg Boss 19. At that time, he mentioned that such payments usually take a couple of months.
Despite saying the money had not arrived yet during the recording, he had expressed confidence that it would eventually be processed.
