Cinema VinesTelevision personality Akanksha Chamola has denied claims that she demanded a ₹10‑crore alimony settlement from her estranged husband, Gaurav Khanna, during their highly publicized split. The former contestant of the reality show “Lock Upp 2” first revealed on the show’s premiere that she and Khanna were heading for a divorce, a revelation that sparked intense speculation and criticism online. When questioned by Mashable India about the alleged demand, Chamola clarified that she never requested such a sum and that if she had received it, she would have left the country.
In the interview, Chamola said, “If I had demanded and received that amount, then I would not have cared to sit here. If I had that much money, I would have left the country by now.” She added that she would have used the money to travel the world and explore new places. The statement was intended to dispel rumors that she was seeking a large financial settlement from Khanna, who entered the show as a guest in its third week to discuss the impact of her announcement on both families.
The couple married in 2016 after meeting during an audition, and their wedding was celebrated over three days in Kanpur, Khanna’s hometown. Chamola has also spoken publicly about her sexuality, revealing that she identified as bisexual before marrying Khanna and later described herself as asexual. She has expressed that she does not want to become a mother, noting that many people marry to continue a family line, but she feels unable to fulfill that expectation for Khanna.
Chamola’s comments come amid ongoing media attention on her personal life, including her decision to leave the show after the divorce announcement and her candid discussions about her relationships. The actress remains a prominent figure in Indian reality television, and her statements are expected to influence public perception of the high‑profile split.
