The series debuted with Bollywood’s ultimate action icon, Akshay Kumar, setting a tough standard for the contestants. The initial format paired celebrity women with non-celebrity male partners. Model and actress Nethra Raghuraman emerged as the inaugural champion by showing immense mental resilience.

Following the success of the debut, the second installment returned to South Africa with amplified stakes. The competitive tension peaked in a highly athletic finale, where singer and VJ Anushka Manchanda narrowly defeated supermodel Jesse Randhawa to claim the title

In a major formatting shift, Priyanka Chopra stepped in as host, bringing a distinct energy to the franchise. The show moved to Brazil and inverted its previous structure, featuring celebrity men paired with non-celebrity female partners. Television actor Shabir Ahluwalia won after conquering intense water and height challenges.

Akshay Kumar returned to guide the contestants through a grueling set of tasks in South Africa. This cycle reverted to its focus on female celebrity contestants. Actress Aarti Chhabria won the title by consistently performing well under pressure.

After a brief hiatus, the franchise underwent a massive transformation under blockbuster director Rohit Shetty. Shetty introduced his signature cinematic action style, pushing contestants further than before. Model-turned-actor Rajneesh Duggal won the revamped, highly physically demanding iteration

Subtitled Darr Ka Blockbuster Returns, this cycle focused heavily on intricate psychological and physical engineering in its stunts. Actor Aashish Chaudhary took home the trophy by outsmarting several complex tactical challenges

Actor Arjun Kapoor took over hosting duties as the show shifted locations to Argentina. The season featured a prominent team-based dynamic before shifting back to individual survival. The late Sidharth Shukla claimed victory after displaying immense physical power and determination throughout the competitive runtime

Rohit Shetty returned to lead Khatron Ke Khiladi: Pain in Spain. This cycle stood out for its focus on agility, balance, and quick reflexes. Dancer and actor Shantanu Maheshwari took the crown, frequently praised by Shetty for his flawless execution and technique during complex aerial and coordination tasks

Returning to Argentina, this iteration balanced terrifying stunts with high-energy comedic subplots involving the contestants. Choreographer Punit Pathak dominated the competitive track, utilizing his physical awareness to efficiently bypass some of the hardest time-trials in the show's history

Filmed in Bulgaria, this season’s broadcast was uniquely split due to global pandemic disruptions. Despite the scheduling interruptions, the competitive drive remained high. Karishma Tanna became the first female winner of the Rohit Shetty era by conquering her deepest phobias in the finale Special Edition — Khatron Ke Khiladi: Made in India (2020) Due to pandemic travel restrictions, a limited 10-episode spin-off was filmed entirely in Mumbai. Featuring prominent past contestants, Farah Khan hosted the initial episodes before Rohit Shetty returned to wrap up the season. Nia Sharma won the edition, with Karan Wahi finishing as runner-up

Subtitled Darr vs Dare, the production returned to Cape Town under strict safety protocols. The season was highly competitive, concluding with a tense finale where television star Arjun Bijlani narrowly edged out Divyanka Tripathi-who had earned the nickname "Magar Rani" for her fearless handling of dangerous animals

This cycle emphasized explosive action, using military-grade vehicle setups and massive heights. Choreographer Tushar Kalia won the season by consistently setting record times across a variety of demanding obstacle courses

Shifting toward raw survival elements alongside standard phobia tests, this season tested the mental limits of its contestants. Rapper and songwriter Dino James claimed the title by combining calm strategy with high physical endurance during the final multi-stage rescue simulation

Leaving South Africa behind, the show headed to Eastern Europe for a gothic, intense backdrop. The architectural layouts of Bucharest provided unique opportunities for urban and aerial stunts. Karan Veer Mehra clinched the victory after a high-octane helicopter and water finale

After taking a planned production break during 2025, the series returned to its roots in South Africa for its landmark 15th installment under the tagline Darr Ka Naya Daur. Pushing the envelope further than previous outings, this cycle focuses heavily on blending psychological fear mechanics with intense physical action