Farrhana Bhatt on Rubina Dilaik Bond, Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 and Gaurav Khanna’s Personal Life: ‘I Used to Wake Up With Anxiety’

Farrhana Bhatt has opened up about her experience on Khatron Ke Khiladi 15, her growing friendship with Rubina Dilaik and why she believes celebrities deserve privacy when dealing with personal difficulties.

Farrhana, who gained wider attention following her appearance on Bigg Boss 19, has continued to remain in the spotlight with her stint on Rohit Shetty’s stunt-based reality show.

In a recent conversation with The Times of India, she reflected on the physical and mental demands of Khatron Ke Khiladi 15, explaining that the uncertainty surrounding each stunt made the experience particularly challenging.

Farrhana Bhatt Says Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 Was More Difficult Than Expected

Farrhana admitted that she entered Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 without fully knowing what the experience would demand from her.

While she expected difficult tasks, she initially assumed contestants might receive some information about upcoming stunts and have time to mentally prepare.

That expectation quickly changed once filming began.

According to Farrhana, contestants often discovered what they were going to face only after reaching the stunt location.

She explained that the unpredictability made every day challenging.

“For all 40 days that I was there, I woke up with anxiety every single morning because I never knew what was coming next.”

The actor said the stunt was often revealed only after contestants arrived at the location and saw the setup. Once their turn was announced, there was little opportunity to reconsider.

‘You Just Had to Gather Your Courage’

Farrhana described the experience as one that repeatedly pushed her outside her comfort zone.

She said:

“When they announced that it was your turn, there was no option left—you just had to gather your courage and do it.”

For her, that became the rhythm of the entire shoot.

Rather than knowing in advance whether the next challenge would involve water, insects or another form of physical risk, contestants had to react to the circumstances presented to them.

Farrhana said the reality of the stunts made the show considerably more intense than simply watching it as a viewer.

Rohit Shetty’s Confidence Meant a Lot to Farrhana

Farrhana also spoke positively about the faith shown in her during the competition.

She said her fans had expected her to give her best if she ever entered Khatron Ke Khiladi, rather than simply becoming an average participant.

Interestingly, she admitted that her own journey surprised her.

She did not want to enter the show with predetermined expectations because she understood that the stunts were genuinely dangerous.

Her experience ultimately tested both her physical courage and her ability to manage fear.

Farrhana Bhatt on Her Friendship With Rubina Dilaik

Farrhana also discussed her relationship with fellow contestant Rubina Dilaik.

She said she does not become close to people quickly, but gradually developed a strong friendship with Rubina during the show.

Farrhana described Rubina as caring, classy, confident and someone who is comfortable expressing her opinions.

She also rejected the assumption that two strong personalities must inevitably clash.

“Just because someone has strong opinions doesn’t mean you can’t be friends with them. Two people can think differently and still share a great bond.”

According to Farrhana, her relationship with Rubina developed gradually rather than immediately.

‘Strong Women Should Support Each Other’

Farrhana said one of the qualities she appreciates most about Rubina is her fearlessness.

She believes women with strong personalities do not necessarily need to compete against one another.

Instead, she said, strong women should support each other.

Farrhana recalled that her bond with Rubina was initially casual. They would spend time together, then become less connected before gradually growing closer as the season progressed.

By the end of the journey, Farrhana said she could confidently describe Rubina as a good friend.

She also credited Rubina with encouraging her during her stunts and praising her performances throughout the competition.

Farrhana Bhatt on Gaurav Khanna and Akanksha Chamola’s Divorce Discussion

The conversation also touched on the public discussion surrounding Gaurav Khanna and Akanksha Chamola.

Rather than speculating about the couple’s personal circumstances, Farrhana stressed that audiences rarely know the complete story behind a celebrity’s private life.

She said:

“We should be responsible and mature enough to give people their space instead of interfering in their personal lives. We never know what they are going through.”

Farrhana suggested that continuous public commentary can sometimes add unnecessary pressure to people already dealing with difficult situations.

She also emphasised that outsiders should avoid making judgments without knowing the full circumstances.

‘I Don’t Think It’s My Place to Interfere’

Farrhana said she did not believe it was appropriate for her to comment extensively on someone else’s marriage.

She described Gaurav and Akanksha positively based on what she knew of them and expressed hope that any difficulties they might be experiencing could be resolved.

“From what I know, they are a beautiful couple, and I genuinely hope that if they are going through a difficult phase, things work out for them.”

She added that she respected their privacy and did not believe it was her place to interfere in their personal affairs.

Farrhana’s Approach to Celebrity Relationships

Her comments reflect a broader issue surrounding reality television and celebrity culture.

Contestants and television personalities often become subjects of intense public interest, with viewers following not only their professional work but also their friendships and personal relationships.

Farrhana’s response takes a more cautious approach: public figures may share aspects of their lives with audiences, but that does not necessarily mean the public knows everything happening behind the scenes.

Her remarks about Gaurav and Akanksha therefore remain focused on privacy rather than speculation.

Farrhana Bhatt’s Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 Journey

For Farrhana, Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 appears to have been a significant personal challenge.

After gaining recognition through Bigg Boss 19, the stunt reality show presented her with a very different test.

Instead of relying primarily on personality, strategy or interpersonal dynamics, contestants have to confront fear and physical challenges directly.

Farrhana’s account of waking up with anxiety each morning illustrates the psychological pressure involved, while her comments about Rubina show that supportive relationships can become equally important during such an intense experience.