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Why did Bigg Boss 19 winner Gaurav Khanna’s YouTube channel shut down within 24 hours?

Gaurav Khanna had launched his YouTube Channel on December 16. However, the Bigg Boss 19 winner's channel was terminated within 24 hours.

3 min readMumbaiDec 18, 2025 02:24 PM IST

Gaurav Khanna on YouTube channel being shutdown within 24 hours. (Photos: Gaurav Khanna/Instagram)

Following his Bigg Boss 19 victory, actor Gaurav Khanna recently made his YouTube debut. On Tuesday, the Anupamaa actor launched his YouTube channel and uploaded his first video. However, within 24 hours, the channel was taken down by YouTube, leaving Gaurav and his fans shocked. SCREEN has now learned what led to the termination of Gaurava’s YouTube channel.

It appears that the surge in fan activity following Gaurav’s YouTube debut resulted in the channel being taken down within hours of its launch. A source close to the Bigg Boss 19 winner told SCREEN, “Actually, a lot of traction happened in very few hours. The channel had over 50k subscribers, and on just a small video, there were over 1.3 lakh views within a span of a few hours. So maybe the new YouTube algorithm monitors abnormal activity… their internal checks are happening, and the channel should be back soon.”

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The source further revealed that since Gaurav Khanna is new to the YouTube space, he himself is unaware of what went wrong and why. After fans encountered the message, “This video is no longer available because the YouTube account associated with this video has been terminated,” many were left curious about what exactly had happened. A fan commented, “It happens when there is an instant increase in the number of subscribers. It’s quite common; it happens to most of the celebrities. His team can get it back.” Another user wrote on Reddit, “It happened due to artificial traffic and bots… Likely because I have seen new accounts with more subs in a day than him, so yes, it’s artificial and curated… YouTube terminated his account.”

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Recently, Gaurav Khanna emerged as the winner of Bigg Boss 19. Talking about his journey on the Salman Khan-hosted reality show, the Celebrity MasterChef winner exclusively told SCREEN, “I feel very humbled by all the love showered upon me. Playing the game with grace and dignity wasn’t a plan; that is how I am in real life. I have been brought up in a certain manner. Things that I don’t like to do in front of my parents, in my house, or in front of my wife, I would definitely not want to do in front of others. My folks are watching, my wife is watching, and even kids and elderly people watch Bigg Boss, so I didn’t want to do anything that I don’t do in real life.”

Nawaz Javed Kochra

Nawaz Javed Kochra is a seasoned entertainment journalist at The Indian Express Online, bringing nearly a decade of expertise to the forefront of cultural reporting. With a focus on the television and Over-The-Top (OTT) landscapes, he has established himself as a prominent voice in the industry, known for his high-profile celebrity interviews and insightful coverage of the Indian entertainment sector. Experience & Career Nawaz holds a Master of Arts in Communication and Journalism from Mumbai University, providing him with a rigorous academic and ethical foundation. In his 11-year career, he has navigated through several of India's leading media houses, building a portfolio that spans digital, print, and broadcast media: The Indian Express: Currently leads coverage of TV and OTT content, producing both written analysis and popular video interview segments. Former Roles: He began his career at the iconic Stardust Magazine and later held key positions at Zoom TV, Zee Multimedia, MissMalini, Bollywood Bubble, and Raindrop Media. Expertise & Focus Areas Nawaz’s beat is characterized by a blend of exclusive access and trend analysis. His core areas of expertise include: Reality Television: Specialized coverage of major franchises like Bigg Boss, providing behind-the-scenes insights and winner profiles. OTT Ecosystem: Tracking the shift from traditional cable to digital streaming platforms, with a focus on web series and digital premieres. Celebrity Profiles & Interviews: Nawaz is celebrated for his ability to foster candid conversations with industry stalwarts, from music composers like Amaal Mallik to other TV legends. Investigative Entertainment News: Reporting on sensitive industry developments, including legal disputes and personal stories of resilience within the acting community. Authoritativeness & Trust With a reputation built on years of networking and credible reporting, Nawaz Kochra is a "known face" in the Mumbai media circuit. His work at The Indian Express adheres to the publication's "Journalism of Courage" standard, ensuring that even entertainment reporting is approached with accuracy, sensitivity, and transparency. His educational background and extensive tenure across diverse media platforms provide him with the authoritative perspective required to analyze the rapid evolution of Indian show business. ... Read More

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