Jiya Shankar Shuts Down Engagement Rumours With Abhishek Malhan

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.”

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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.