The makers of Khatron Ke Khiladi have responded to growing concerns over contestant safety after actor Gaurav Khanna shared images of injuries he sustained during a stunt, prompting widespread discussion on social media.

The images quickly went viral, with many social media users expressing concern over the intensity of the stunt. While several viewers questioned whether the challenges had become excessively risky, others praised Khanna for continuing to perform despite his injuries and highlighted his strong performances on the show.

He said fear is an essential part of the show's format, as it is based on the internationally recognised Fear Factor franchise, but stressed that every stunt is carried out under strict supervision with extensive safety measures in place. According to Dhar, the series has built its reputation over multiple seasons by balancing high-risk challenges with professional safety procedures.

Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 premiered on August 1 on Colors TV and is also streaming on JioHotstar. Hosted by Rohit Shetty, the latest season features celebrities taking on a series of physically and mentally demanding challenges, with new episodes airing every Saturday and Sunday at 9 pm.