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Survivor Tamil: Lucky Narayan, Besant Ravi getting emotional talking about losing their mother to Indraja Shankar facing body shaming, a look at major revelations by celebs

TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Last updated on - Sep 18, 2021, 18:08 IST
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Survivor Tamil: Lucky Narayan, Besant Ravi getting emotional talking about losing their mother to Indraja Shankar facing body shaming, a look at major revelations by celebs

In the latest episode of Survivor Tamil, the members of both the Kadargal and Vedargal tribes were asked to speak about their personal lives. The contestants shared their most memorable moments, sorrows, happiness and much more. Let’s have a look at the major disclosures made by the contestants. (Photo - Screenshot / Instagram)

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Vijayalakshmi

Vijayalakshmi explained how life totally changed after her father Ahathian’s movie became a blockbuster hit. She shared the pleasant memories of meeting Feroz, how they fell in love, got married, and are now blessed with son Nilan. (Photo - Screenshot / Instagram)

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Indraja Shankar

Indraja shared how proud she is to have Robo Shankar as her dad. He tries to do his best for her. She spoke about facing the issues of body shaming during her school life. She had to face a lot because of her weight and skin tone. But, she has worked on it. She also spoke about her family who always stood by her and also encouraged her to be in the show. (Photo - Screenshot / Instagram)

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Gayathri Reddy

Gayathri Reddy shared that her dad left them when she was 10 years old. They didn't know about his whereabouts for over 15 years. Her mom wasn’t working at that time. Since there was no other source of income, she started modelling. She had to face ill remarks for wearing short dresses while working as a model. Gayathri sacrificed her dreams of studying overseas to save money for the family. She takes care of her brother like her son. Gayathri revealed that she feels bad when he misunderstands her or fights with her. (Photo - Screenshot / Instagram)

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Saran Shakthi

Saran Shakthi shared that he was a lazy guy who loves to sleep a lot. His father aspired to be an actor but he couldn’t succeed in his dreams. He wanted to fulfill his dream through Saran. His father used to approach people in the entertainment industry for Saran's work. Finally, Saran made his dad proud. (Photo - Screenshot / Instagram)

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Ram C

Ram shared that he seems to be blessed with a peaceful life. He was born and brought up in a happy family. He had a good job. But he left the job to pursue his dream of becoming an actor. (Photo - Screenshot / Instagram)

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Aishwarya Krishnan

National rowing champion Aishwarya Krishnan shared that she was a hyperactive child and keen on learning new things. She got into sports when she was 11. She chose rowing as her career. She represented Bengal and participated in the world university championship held in China and won the gold medal. (Photo - Screenshot / Instagram)

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Lucky Narayan

Lucky Narayan narrated how he got the first break in the film Inidhu Inidhu and his career in the industry. He said that his mother was very much supportive. She was diagnosed with cancer and passed away. Lucky turned emotional while speaking about his mom. (Photo - Screenshot / Instagram)

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VJ Parvathy

VJ Parvathy said that as she hails from Madurai and family with a literature background. She is talkative and gifted with oration skills. She said that her dad had wheezing issues. Losing her dad was the most shocking moment of her life. She remembered how her dad had raised her as a bold girl. (Photo - Screenshot / Instagram)

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Besant Ravi

Besant Ravi shared that he comes from a fisherman family and has studied til his 10th class. He worked with his brother in his bike workshop as a mechanic. To make quick money, he chose a different path that wasn't approved by his parents. He was thrashed by his parents when they learned about it. Finally, he became a stuntman and actor. He had an emotional moment while speaking about his mom whom he has lost. She passed away the next day she was admitted to the hospital. He said that this incident made him realise that nothing is permanent. Ravi is delighted to have a good wife, a son, and a daughter. His daughter is a professor and son is a graduate. (Photo - Screenshot / Instagram)

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Amzath Khan

Amzath Khan shared that he comes from a middle class family. But his parents made sure that he gets a good education. While he and his sister got quality education, his brother sacrificed everything including his education for them. Hence, he considers his brother like a father. He also spoke about Rasheda Khan. Rasheda lost her mom right before their wedding. The couple has a daughter named Zara. (Photo - Screenshot / Instagram)

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Umapathy Ramaiah

Umapathy Ramaiah narrated the happy memories from his childhood. He was quite naughty during his school days. Though his father and actor Thambi Ramaiah started his life as a middle-class family man, they are in a much comfortable position now. He followed his dad's footsteps. (Photo - Screenshot / Instagram)

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