The Bigg Boss OTT 2 star slams “false” engagement rumors with Abhishek Malhan; confirms she’s dating someone else with a cozy New Year’s Eve post
Just as the year comes to a close, actress Jiya Shankar has officially “reset” her relationship status in the public eye.
On Wednesday, December 31, 2025, Jiya took to Instagram to put a definitive end to the viral reports claiming she was set to marry her former co-contestant and YouTuber Abhishek Malhan (Fukra Insaan).
The rumors reached a fever pitch after entertainment portals and viral X (Twitter) posts claimed the duo had made their relationship official. Jiya, however, responded with a “soft-launch” that shocked the #Abhiya fandom.
The “Mystery Man” Reveal
In a romantic Instagram Story shared on Tuesday night, Jiya posted a selfie with an unidentified man who was seen planting a gentle kiss on her forehead.
- The Message: Jiya wrote, “Let’s leave false rumours in 2025!”—effectively confirming that while she is in a relationship, it is certainly not with Abhishek.
- The Identity: While Jiya used a heart emoji to partially obscure the man’s face, fans noted they were posing near a Christmas tree, suggesting they spent the holidays together.
- End of a Friendship: Jiya’s post reinforces her 2024 statement where she clarified that her bond with Abhishek had shifted from “close friends” to “no longer in touch.”
Timeline of the #Abhiya Rumors
Despite Jiya’s repeated denials, the fandom has been persistent since Bigg Boss OTT 2 concluded.
| Year | Event | Status |
| 2023 | BB OTT 2 Stint | Fans began shipping them as “Abhiya.” |
| 2024 | Judaiyaan Music Video | Professional collaboration fueled dating buzz. |
| 2024 | The Breakup Post | Jiya stated she and Abhishek are no longer friends. |
| Dec 2025 | Engagement Viral Post | Telly Khazana claimed a wedding was imminent. |
| Dec 31, 2025 | The Soft Launch | Jiya confirms she is dating a mystery man. |
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2026: The Year of “Kadhal Reset Repeat”
With her personal life settled, Jiya is shifting her focus to her professional “reset.”
- Tamil Debut: She is set to lead the high-profile Tamil film Kadhal Reset Repeat, alongside Arjun Ashokan and Jayaprakash V.
- Musical Hit: The film’s first track, “Unnai Ninaithu,” composed by Harris Jayaraj and sung by Sid Sriram, has already become a viral sensation, crossing 21 million views.