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Shetty Defends KKK 15 Stunts Amid Injury Fears
29 Aug
Summary
- Four contestants sustained injuries during an early elimination stunt.
- Contestants were tasked with collecting hot wax under pressure.
- Rohit Shetty emphasizes safety and professional supervision for all tasks.
Host Rohit Shetty has publicly addressed criticisms regarding contestant safety on Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 after several participants were injured. An early stunt resulted in injuries for four contestants, including Gaurav Khanna, Karan Wahi, Shagun Sharma, and Vishal Aditya Singh, with Shagun Sharma appearing particularly affected.
Adding to the controversy, a subsequent elimination task required contestants like Rubina Dilaik and Ruhaanika Dhawan to collect hot wax within a ten-minute timeframe. Shetty asserted that contestant safety is the show's highest priority, with all stunts meticulously planned and executed under expert supervision.
He highlighted his extensive background in action filmmaking as foundational to task design, distinguishing it from movie sequences. Producers, like Banijay CEO Deepak Dhar, support the show's approach, citing adherence to international safety benchmarks. This situation reflects an ongoing debate within the reality television genre concerning the balance between entertainment and participant welfare.
