Rithvik Dhanjani says reality TV brings fame, money and validation

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Actor Rithvik Dhanjani says reality television offers actors immediate validation, fame and money. The 37-year-old told PTI that shows such as Khatron Ke Khiladi also give him an adrenaline rush and the excitement of a child at a theme park.

Dhanjani is competing in Khatron Ke Khiladi 15, his third appearance on the Rohit Shetty-hosted action show after seasons six and ten. He has also taken part in Nach Baliye 6 and hosted Super Dancer, India’s Best Dramebaaz and Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 11. He said the current season revived his competitive drive after watching fellow contestants Avinash and Farrhana perform well. He hopes to win, but would return if offered another season.

The Indian Opinion

Reality television is often dismissed as empty fame, while its promotional value is sometimes overstated. Dhanjani’s own account points to both sides: these shows can provide money, visibility and work, but they also demand repeated physical and emotional performance. His willingness to return suggests the platform still matters to entertainers. The useful test is not another claim about instant fame, but whether contestants gain sustained acting or hosting opportunities after the season ends.

Source: hindustantimes.com

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