Deekila Sherpa and Aniket Lama: From Splitsvilla Sparks to Scandal Shadows
In the high-stakes world of Indian reality TV, where alliances forge and hearts shatter under the spotlight, Deekila Sherpa and Aniket Pakhrin Lama emerged as one of MTV Splitsvilla X5’s most electric pairs. This dynamic duo— a poised lab technician turned aspiring actress from the hills and a charismatic model with Nepali roots—captivated audiences with their chemistry, banter, and unfiltered vulnerability. But what began as a whirlwind romance on screen twisted into a digital nightmare in early 2025, when a leaked private video thrust them into a storm of outrage, privacy debates, and relentless virality. Today, as of October 2025, Deekila and Aniket stand as symbols of resilience, navigating the fallout while rebuilding their brands on empowerment and authenticity.
Himalayan Hearts Meet in the Villa
Deekila Sherpa, born and raised in the misty terrains of Sikkim, India, entered Splitsvilla X5 in 2024 as a fresh-faced 24-year-old with dreams bigger than the Everest she calls kin. A certified lab technician by day, her off-duty life buzzed with acting gigs and content creation, blending Sherpa heritage pride with Mumbai hustle. Her Instagram bio captures it perfectly: “Lab technician 👩🔬 @offstage_deekila • @mtvsplitsvilla X5 • Actor / Content Creator ♥️”—a nod to her grounded roots and rising star status. With over 200K followers (as of mid-2025), her feed is a vibrant mosaic of travel vlogs from Darjeeling trails, empowering reels on self-love, and throwback Splitsvilla clips that showcase her sharp wit and radiant smile.
Enter Aniket Pakhrin Lama, the 26-year-old Nepali-Indian heartthrob whose easy charm and fitness-fueled physique made him a villa standout. Hailing from Siliguri, Aniket’s pre-show life revolved around modeling and motivational content, with his IG (@aniket_pakhrin_lama) boasting 150K+ followers through shirtless gym sessions, philosophical captions like “Fell off the radar to rebuild the range ❤️,” and glimpses of his close-knit brotherhood. Their pairing ignited in the villa’s chaos: From flirty challenges to emotional confessions, episodes like “Aniket & Deekila’s Journey” racked up 271K YouTube views, fans shipping #AniketDeekila as the season’s soulmate story. Off-camera, their bond deepened—shared hikes, late-night talks about cultural ties, and a post-show reunion that hinted at real-world magic.
What hooked viewers? Their authenticity amid the drama. Deekila’s fiery defenses of Aniket during eliminations and his protective vibes in tasks painted them as the anti-toxic couple, blending Sherpa resilience with Lama loyalty. By the finale, they weren’t just contestants; they were icons for young South Asians chasing love in a judgmental world.
Digital Duos: Building Buzz Beyond the Show
Post-Splitsvilla, Deekila and Aniket’s online empires intertwined like their villa arcs, spanning platforms with couple goals and solo glow-ups:
Instagram (@deekila_sherpaa & @aniket_pakhrin_lama): Deekila’s 300+ posts mix professional headshots, festival fits from Hornbill, and collabs like her Offstage Deekila theater teases. Aniket’s 200+ feed leans adventurous—pahadi sunsets captioned “Sukoon ⛰️❤️” and brand shouts for @gurukripa.slg outfits—often cross-tagging for subtle nods to their shared history.
YouTube & TikTok: Fan edits of their Splitsvilla moments dominate, with Deekila’s dances amassing millions and Aniket’s reels on “brotherhood bonds” going viral. Together, they’ve guested on pods like SCExclusive, spilling on villa “exhilaration” and growth.
X (Twitter): Less active but punchy—Deekila drops empowerment quotes, while Aniket engages in #AniketFam trends. Their joint mentions spike during reunions, like the May 2025 Siliguri bash at @thekingsinn_siliguri.
Early collabs, like branded tees from @blacnblu.in and fan pages (@aniket_fp7), solidified their influencer cred, turning villa fame into sustainable gigs.
The Leak That Lit the Fuse: Privacy Under Fire
Fame’s flip side hit hard in February 2025, when a 5-minute “private clip” surfaced online, allegedly capturing intimate moments from their post-breakup era. Dubbed the “MTV Splitsvilla Scandal,” it exploded across X, TikTok, and Telegram, with spam accounts peddling “full videos” and hashtags like #DeekilaAniketLeak trending globally. DNA India called it a “privacy nightmare,” sparking outrage over consent and the ethics of exes weaponizing content. The clip, tied to their split months earlier, fueled tabloid frenzy—LatestLY reported millions of views in days, while YouTube breakdowns dissected “the truth behind the viral video.”
The duo’s response? Swift and united. Deekila broke her IG silence with a tearful live: “This isn’t empowerment; it’s violation,” advocating for stricter cyber laws. Aniket echoed on reels: “Love was real; leaks aren’t,” redirecting to mental health resources. Fans rallied with #StandWithDeekilaAniket, but trolls amplified the pain, turning personal healing into public spectacle. By April, legal whispers emerged—filings against leakers under India’s IT Act—proving their pivot from victims to voices.
Rising from the Rubble: Separate Paths, Shared Strength
Eight months on, in October 2025, Deekila and Aniket have decoupled professionally but not in spirit. Deekila’s thriving in Mumbai theater (@offstage_deekila), with recent reels on “being the love you’ve been searching for” hitting 50K likes, and collabs hinting at web series roles. Aniket’s Siliguri-based, dropping “late to the trend but in my style” edits and reunion teases that nod to Splitsvilla without dwelling. No bad blood—just growth, with mutual likes on posts signaling quiet respect.
Their saga underscores reality TV’s double-edged sword: Glory in the glow-up, grit in the glitches. Deekila and Aniket aren’t just survivors; they’re shapers, urging creators to watermark hearts alongside content. As Deekila posted recently, “Trails teach resilience.” Watch this space—their next chapter? Unscripted, unbreakable, and utterly theirs.
