Celebrity MasterChef: From struggling financially in his early acting days to becoming one of the highest paid actors; Gaurav Khanna’s rags to riches story

Gaurav Khanna, one of the most popular contestants of Celebrity MasterChef has been winning hearts for his culinary skills. From his fun banters with fellow-contestants to upgrading his skills every week, Gaurav had shown it all on the show. In one of the episodes, he mentioned how he struggled financially in his initial acting days. His journey has been full of ups and down. Here’s a look:-

Before becoming famous, Gaurav Khanna went through a lot of financial hardships. In a recent Celebrity MasterChef episode, he explained how he could only afford one pan to cook with when he was struggling in Mumbai. When it got damaged, he had to have it welded since he couldn't purchase a new one. He remembered cooking while on the phone with his mother, reminiscing about the struggles he went through before becoming successful.

Gaurav began his career in acting by doing small roles in TV advertisements, and the first breakthrough came with the show Bhabhi. Though it wasn't all easy, with a series of rejections faced before this happened, Gaurav persisted in proving himself despite his talent. He eventually landed his first leading role in Meri Doli Tere Angana but had a long way to go to become a name in the industry.

Despite being offered roles, Gaurav found it difficult to make a big name for himself in the cutthroat TV industry. He acted in various shows such as Kumkum – Ek Pyara Sa Bandhan and Yeh Pyar Na Hoga Kam, but mass recognition eluded him. It took years of effort and struggle before he was finally able to achieve the fame he was entitled to.

Gaurav's career made a huge U-turn when he was approached to play Anuj Kapadia in Anupamaa. Playing the role of a successful businessman with a golden heart, he stole the hearts of viewers with ease. The equation between Anuj and Anupamaa became one of the show's major strong points, making him an audience favorite and also setting him apart as a leading TV actor.

From struggling to meet even basic needs to driving luxury vehicles and a stunning house, Gaurav's life has been nothing short of extraordinary. His net worth is estimated at around ₹7.5–8 crores, and he leads a peaceful life with his wife, actress Akanksha Chamola. Even though he is successful, he is down-to-earth and holds his hard-won successes dear.

Gaurav has once more impressed fans by his appearance in Celebrity MasterChef. His earthy nature, emotional tales, and remarkable culinary skills have enthralled people. His story of becoming an actor from hard times to popular star still motivates many by showing that the efforts and struggles always bear fruits.

Anupamaa's success transformed Gaurav into one of the top-grossing television actors. His net earning, according to reports, stands at approximately ₹1.5 lakh per episode. This just proves that his fame and reputation keep increasing year after year.