Akanksha Chamola has spoken openly about her personal life, her bisexuality and her relationship with television actor Gaurav Khanna.
In a recent conversation with Mid-Day, Akanksha revealed how Gaurav reacted when she told him about her bisexuality before their marriage.
Her comments come after she publicly confirmed her divorce from Gaurav during the premiere of Lock Upp Season 2.
Akanksha Chamola Says Gaurav Found Her Bisexuality “Hot”
Akanksha said she had clearly told people that she was bisexual before getting married.
According to her, Gaurav accepted this part of her identity and found it attractive.
She said, “My husband accepted that because he did find it to be a very hot thing.”
Akanksha also added that she believes many men find bisexuality attractive, while questioning why some people still find it difficult to accept.
She Says Marriage Meant Staying Committed
Akanksha also spoke about how she approached commitment after marriage.
She said she chose to remain committed to Gaurav and did not want to cheat on her husband.
According to Akanksha, she decided to stay with one person after getting married.
She also explained that her understanding of her own sexuality has changed over time.
Akanksha Says She Now Identifies As Asexual
During the conversation, Akanksha said that she now considers herself asexual.
She compared her experience with that of heterosexual women who may also experience changes in their sexual identity or feelings over time.
Akanksha stressed that she was speaking only about herself and not representing anyone else.
She also said that her identity could change again in the future, adding that she might one day identify as pansexual.
Her Comments On The Tejasswi Prakash Podcast
Akanksha also addressed the backlash she received following her appearance on Tejasswi Prakash’s podcast.
She said she believed the podcast had been heavily edited and that the portion where she was arguing with Tejasswi was kept in a way that attracted criticism.
Her comments came after she faced online backlash over remarks related to sexuality being a “phase.”
Akanksha On Whether Bisexuality Could Affect Her Career
Akanksha also spoke about whether being open about her bisexuality could affect her acting career.
She said she did not believe sexuality should determine whether someone gets work in television.
She pointed out that the entertainment industry has many people with different sexual identities.
Akanksha said that if a role requires her and she is suitable for the part, she believes casting should depend on her craft rather than whether she is heterosexual, homosexual or bisexual.
She also looked at the possibility of getting opportunities in OTT and web projects as a positive rather than a negative.
Why Akanksha And Gaurav Divorced
Akanksha had previously spoken about the reasons behind her divorce from Gaurav Khanna.
One major difference between the two was their views about having children.
Akanksha has said that she wants to remain child-free and does not wish to have children even through adoption.
Gaurav, however, wants to become a parent.
The difference in their views became part of the discussion surrounding their decision to end their marriage.
How Akanksha And Gaurav Khanna Met
Akanksha Chamola and Gaurav Khanna first met during an audition in 2015.
They dated for a short period before getting married.
The couple tied the knot within eight months of their first meeting.
They were married in 2016.
Akanksha later publicly confirmed their divorce during the premiere of Lock Upp Season 2.
Akanksha Chamola’s Journey On Lock Upp Season 2
Akanksha became one of the contestants who attracted attention on Lock Upp Season 2 because of her personal revelations.
During the show, she spoke about her sexuality, her decision to remain child-free and her relationship with Gaurav.
Her latest comments have once again brought attention to her personal journey and the way she views her identity.
Conclusion
Akanksha Chamola has been open about her changing understanding of her sexuality and her decision to live according to what she feels is right for herself.
She has also spoken about her marriage to Gaurav Khanna, her commitment during the relationship and the differences that eventually contributed to their divorce.
Her comments about Gaurav accepting her bisexuality have now added another part to the story of their relationship.
FAQ
Who is Akanksha Chamola?
Akanksha Chamola is an actor and former contestant on Lock Upp Season 2. She has recently spoken publicly about her sexuality, marriage and divorce.
What did Akanksha Chamola say about Gaurav Khanna?
Akanksha said Gaurav accepted her bisexuality before their marriage and, according to her, found it “hot.”
When did Akanksha Chamola and Gaurav Khanna get married?
Akanksha and Gaurav got married in 2016 after meeting during an audition in 2015.
Why did Akanksha and Gaurav divorce?
Akanksha has spoken about differences over having children. She wants to remain child-free, while Gaurav wants to become a parent.
What does Akanksha say about her sexuality now?
Akanksha said she currently considers herself asexual, while also stating that her identity could change in the future.