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These TV Celebrities Changed Their Names For Weird & Unusual Reasons, Here’s Their Real Name!

Do you know these popular TV Celebrities changed their names and the reason behind it will shock you. Read the full story to know who changed their name and why!

1. Gauahar Khan from Gauhar Khan

After pursuing modeling, she made her acting debut with Yash Raj Films’ Rocket Singh: Salesman of the Year. She became a popular name in the inndustry after she won the bigg boss season 7. Reports suggest that actress made these changes before entering in the house. Must say a little change done by Gauhar Khan in the spelling of her name did wonders to her.

2. Anita Hassnandani from Natasha Hassnandani

Before she entered in entertainment industry Anita was originally known as Natasha Hassanandani. She just not added or deleted alphabet from her name but changed the whole name. The reason behind changing name is that She felt ‘Anita’ would be more common name and hence had more chances of becoming popular.

3. Ayushmann Khurrana from Ayushman Khurana

Ayushmann Khurrana added an extra ‘n’ at the end of his name because he hoped that it’d bring him good luck. ​

4. Rashmi Desai from Divya Desai


Rashmi revealed to media about changing her name from Divya to Rashmi. She was quoted saying, “I was Divya Desai till about nine years back when I used to do regional cinema. My mother changed my name after consulting a professional numerologist. The name-change worked for me as I feel it has brought me good luck. I am happy that I changed my name; it’s given me a completely new identity in the industry.”

5. Mahhi Vij from Mahi Vij

She is among one those tv celebrities changed their name according to numerology. She added an extra ‘h’ in Mahi. She is best known for playing the role of Nakusha in Laagi Tujhse Lagan and Nandini in Balika Vadhu.

6. Karanvir Bohra from Manoj Bohra

Naagin actor Karanvir Bohra himself narrated the story behind changing name. The story something like this: “My maternal grandfather kept my janampatri name Karanvir and my paternal grandfather named me Manoj. He was close to the superstar Manoj Kumar and wanted me to become like him. It was after Kasautii Zindagi Kay, especially after my wedding, that I decided to go back to Karanvir. It sounds nice and dynamic. I was doing well as Manoj and things have become better as Karanvir. I believe your stars and blessings make all the difference.”

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