Bigg Boss 19: Akanksha Chamola, the wife of Gaurav Khanna, has no intentions of having children, despite being labeled ‘selfish’ by some.
The most recent episode of Bigg Boss 19 has ignited discussions surrounding parenthood, individual choices, and societal norms, following Akanksha Chamola’s candid remarks about her reluctance to have children in the near future. Married to actor Gaurav Khanna for nine years, Akanksha has frequently faced inquiries regarding her decision. However, for the first time on national television, she elaborated on her sentiments, emphasizing that it is a profoundly personal decision and not one she feels prepared for, regardless of outside pressures or societal labels. This revelation occurred during her visit to BB19 house during family week.
Gaurav Khanna’s spouse Akanksha not prepared for motherhood
While conversing with Malti and Praneet, Akanksha expressed that she simply does not possess the intrinsic desire to become a mother. She stated, “Future me bhi mujhe difficult lag raha hai. Mujhe nahi aa raha hai andar se, I don’t feel the need to have a kid. Mere bohot saare reasons hain aur mujhe lagta hai jab aap itne saare reasons dhundte ho, then you are not ready. I am not scared of it. Baccha paida karna halwa banana nahi hota hai. Bohot badi responsibility hai. Mujhe nahi lagta hai main wo job ko utne ache se justify kar sakti hoon – at this age, at any age. Mujhe apna career banana hai, mere ambitions hain bohot saare, ab log usko selfish bole.”
Gaurav backs Akanksha’s choice
Gaurav later participated in the conversation and quickly rejected the notion that Akanksha is being ‘selfish.’ The couple then engaged in a private dialogue, during which Akanksha encouraged him to inquire about what he had previously asked celebrity astrologer Jai Maidaan. Gaurav replied, “Tere answer se darr hai mereko, isiliye to nahi pooch raha. Mujhe pata tha but dil behkane ke liye khyaal acha hai Ghalib.” He continued, “If work is coming your way and when I have agreed to your thing itne saal. When you are not ready to main kyon change karunga? Wo to sawaal hai aise hi.”
For context, Gaurav had previously asked a visiting astrologer, “Do I have kids, me and my wife? I have not planned kids yet. Do I have it in future?” The astrologer responded, “She (Gaurav’s wife) is thinking about it seriously.”
Gaurav and Akanksha, despite their joyful marriage spanning nearly a decade, have candidly recognized their differing timelines regarding parenthood. In a past interview with Siddharth Kannan, Gaurav mentioned, “Of course, I love kids. I want to have children, but my wife doesn’t want a child. We are very open about it. I love kids, and she doesn’t want to bear a child as of now. I want to respect that decision. It’s been nine years since our marriage. She doesn’t want kids. I have to respect that decision. If a woman is not ready, then you should not force her.”
Their transparent and respectful dialogue on the subject has garnered significant admiration. Amid societal expectations, Akanksha’s decisiveness and Gaurav’s steadfast support have initiated a crucial conversation about autonomy, preparedness, and mutual respect within marriage.
