The third day of ‘Bigg Boss Season 19’ was dominated by one man: Gaurav Khanna. From commanding conversations to being at the center of heated arguments, Khanna’s presence has become the axis on which the house turns. This assertive, take-charge demeanor is now drawing direct comparisons to one of the show’s most iconic and controversial winners, Sidharth Shukla.
The central question emerging is whether Khanna is deliberately employing a strategy perfected by Shukla in his victorious Season 13 run, or if it’s merely a coincidental similarity in personality.
The Accusation: Leadership or Laziness?
The core of the brewing conflict hinges on a specific accusation from fellow housemates. Contestants including Zeeshan Kadhari, Basir Ali, Ashnoor Kaur, and Aveez Darbar have collectively called out Khanna for allegedly delegating all chores while avoiding work himself. They accuse him of acting like a “captain” who assigns duties but refuses to take on any of his own.
This tactic was thrown into sharp relief during a recent house task. While Khanna eventually took responsibility for the dishes, he was seen primarily having co-contestant Tanya Mittal wash them, limiting his own role to drying. This continued despite concerns raised about Mittal’s health, leading to further criticism of his approach.
The Shukla Parallels: A Calculated Gamble?
This specific behavior has triggered a wave of recognition among viewers and social media users. The parallel to Sidharth Shukla is unmistakable. During his season, Shukla was frequently criticized for not doing his share of chores, often having them completed by other contestants like Shehnaaz Gill or Arti Singh.
Analysts of the show often point to this as a deliberate, albeit risky, strategy. It creates a powerful, dominant character who generates constant content through conflict and command, making them a central narrative force. Shukla’s victory proved that this polarizing strategy can ultimately succeed in the game of public perception.
Will History Repeat Itself?
The critical unknown is whether this strategy will yield the same result for Gaurav Khanna. While it has certainly made him the most talked-about contestant in the early days, it has also painted a target on his back. The early rebellion from housemates suggests he may face stiffer internal resistance than Shukla did.
The audience’s final verdict remains the ultimate variable. What was entertaining and dominant in one season can be perceived as entitled and lazy in another. Khanna is walking a well-trodden but dangerous path. Whether he emerges as “Sidharth Shukla 2.0” or is evicted as a “task-shirker” will be one of the defining storylines of Bigg Boss 19.
Gaurav Khanna comes off as Sid Shukla 2.0
He is winning this season. https://t.co/EGrs9BqlHM
— Wren (@vyomanaut02) August 27, 2025
