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During his Bigg Boss journey, Karan Veer Mehra’s bold personality and ability to stand his ground drew parallels with Sidharth’s iconic performance.

Bigg Boss winners Sidharth Shukla and Karan Veer Mehra.
Karan Veer Mehra, the winner of Bigg Boss 18, has addressed comparisons with the late Sidharth Shukla, winner of Bigg Boss 13. Karan’s victory not only earned him the coveted trophy but also placed him in the rare league of being the second individual after Sidharth to win both Bigg Boss and Khatron Ke Khiladi.
During his Bigg Boss journey, Karan’s bold personality and ability to stand his ground drew parallels with Sidharth’s iconic performance. Responding to these comparisons, Karan recalled an emotional memory of their bond.
“Bahut acha ladka tha wo. Mera dost tha. Humne kaafi zyada time spend nahi kiya but we knew each other very well. Main khush hu ki mujhe ussey compare kiya jaa raha hai. Wo dil ka bahut bada insaan tha (He was a great guy, my friend. We didn’t spend a lot of time together, but we knew each other well. I’m happy to be compared to him. He was a big-hearted man),” Karan said.
Sharing a specific moment, he added, “I remember main jab naya aaya tha Bombay toh uske paas ek bahut expensive bike thi. Maine request kiya tha ki mujhe photoshoot karna hai apne portfolio ke liye toh main kya teri bike ke paas khada ho kar click karwa lu? Wo neechay aa kar apni keys de gaya and usne bola ki back road pe chalaate hue photos lele. Itni mehengi bike agar koi aise hi dost ko dede toh aap samajh sakte ho dil kitna bada tha uska. I miss him. I wish I could share this moment with him (When I was new in Mumbai, he had an expensive bike. I requested him, saying I needed a portfolio photoshoot and asked if I could pose near his bike. He came down, handed me the keys, and said, ‘Take photos while riding it on the back road.’ If someone can casually lend such a costly bike to a friend, you can imagine how big-hearted he was. I miss him and wish I could share this moment with him).”
Karan’s Bigg Boss 18 stint wasn’t without its hurdles. The actor faced criticism from contestants, including remarks about his age and personal life. However, his unshakeable bond with fellow contestant Chum Darang emerged as one of the season’s highlights. Fans admired Karan’s steadfast loyalty and support for Chum, and their friendship became a focal point of the show.
Additionally, Karan’s rivalry with Vivian Dsena brought high-voltage drama, keeping viewers hooked. The actor’s determination and ability to tackle challenges resonated with fans, leading to his well-deserved victory.