Gaurav Khanna pens heartfelt birthday note for mother amid divorce reports
Synopsis
While divorce reports swirl around him, Gaurav Khanna chose his mother's birthday to go public with something more personal — a candid admission that her 'never changing love' is what he reaches for when he is feeling down. The post, quiet in tone but pointed in timing, says more about where the actor's head is than any statement on his marriage could.
Key Takeaways
Gaurav Khanna posted a birthday tribute for his mother on 21 July , sharing family photographs alongside a personal note.
Khanna wrote that his mother's 'unconditional and never changing love' is what he thinks of 'when I'm feeling down.' His wife Akanksha Chamola revealed on Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa that the couple are living separately and reportedly heading for divorce.
Chamola also disclosed her bisexuality on the show, saying Khanna had accepted her sexuality.
Lock Upp Season 2 on Netflix features 14 inmates over six weeks , hosted by Farah Khan and Riteish Deshmukh .
Television actor Gaurav Khanna shared a warm birthday tribute for his mother on 21 July, posting a series of family photographs and a personal note in which he credited her unconditional love as his anchor during difficult times. The post comes as Khanna continues to face public attention over reported separation from his wife, Akanksha Chamola.
What Gaurav Khanna Wrote
Calling himself a proud 'mamma's boy', Khanna opened his note with the words: 'Ab kya hi kahoon Maa... All mothers are just truly incredible. They give us life, nurture us, and are always there to support us with endless love and patience.'
He went on to reflect on the quiet, everyday sacrifices mothers make — 'whether it's making sure we're fed well, taught well, comforting us after a hard day, or cheering us on through our achievements and failures both, their unwavering care is something we all take for granted.'
In the most personal lines of the note, Khanna wrote: 'No matter what I'm going through, you always know how to make me feel better. It's your unconditional and never changing love that I think of when I'm feeling down. You always find the right words to comfort me during hard times. Thank you for making me the way I am Maa. Proudly! always a Mammas Boy.'
The Divorce Backdrop
The tribute arrives amid ongoing public discussion about Khanna's personal life. His wife Akanksha Chamola disclosed on the Netflix reality show Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa — hosted by Farah Khan and Riteish Deshmukh — that the couple have been living separately and are reportedly heading for a divorce. Chamola also spoke about her bisexuality on the show, stating that Khanna had accepted her despite being aware of her sexuality.
About Lock Upp Season 2
The second season of Lock Upp features fourteen inmates, two jailers, and runs for six weeks. Contestants must complete tasks to earn in-game currency needed for basic necessities including food, supplies, and privileges. The current season includes names such as Akanksha Chaudhary, Ram Kapoor, Shreya Kalra, Shivangi Joshi, Harshad Chopra, Sufi Motiwala, Dheeraj Dhoopar, and Varun Yadav (also known as Laila).
The first edition of Lock Upp, hosted by Kangana Ranaut in 2022 with Karan Kundrra as jailor, was won by Munawar Faruqui. The second instalment has drawn fresh viewership partly due to the personal disclosures made by contestants including Chamola.
What This Moment Signals
Khanna's public tribute to his mother — understated yet emotionally candid — is being read by fans as a quiet response to the turbulence in his personal life. Whether the actor addresses the divorce reports directly remains to be seen, but the post has already resonated widely on social media.
Point of View
But either way it is effective. What is worth watching is how reality television is now the primary arena where Indian celebrity marriages unravel publicly: Akanksha Chamola's disclosures on Lock Upp follow a pattern where the confessional format extracts revelations that PR machinery would otherwise contain. The show's producers understand this dynamic, and so do audiences — which is why personal disclosures, not tasks, are driving the season's conversation.
NationPress
21 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What did Gaurav Khanna write in his birthday note for his mother?
Gaurav Khanna wrote that his mother's 'unconditional and never changing love' is what he thinks of when he is feeling down, and thanked her for 'making me the way I am.' He also called himself a proud 'mamma's boy' and wished all mothers celebrating birthdays on the same day.
What did Akanksha Chamola reveal about her marriage on Lock Upp?
Akanksha Chamola disclosed on Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa that she and Gaurav Khanna have been living separately and are reportedly heading for a divorce. She also spoke about her bisexuality and said Khanna had accepted her despite knowing her sexuality.
What is Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa?
Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa is the second season of the Netflix reality show Lock Upp, hosted by Farah Khan and Riteish Deshmukh. It features 14 inmates over six weeks who must complete tasks to earn in-game currency for basic necessities.
Who won the first season of Lock Upp?
Munawar Faruqui won the first edition of Lock Upp in 2022, which was hosted by Kangana Ranaut with Karan Kundrra serving as jailor throughout the season.
Who are the contestants in Lock Upp Season 2?
The current season features Akanksha Chaudhary, Ram Kapoor, Shreya Kalra, Shivangi Joshi, Harshad Chopra, Sufi Motiwala, Dheeraj Dhoopar, Varun Yadav (also known as Laila), and Akanksha Chamola, among others.
