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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.”

Timeline of the #Abhiya Rumors

Despite Jiya’s repeated denials, the fandom has been persistent since Bigg Boss OTT 2 concluded.

YearEventStatus
2023BB OTT 2 StintFans began shipping them as “Abhiya.”
2024Judaiyaan Music VideoProfessional collaboration fueled dating buzz.
2024The Breakup PostJiya stated she and Abhishek are no longer friends.
Dec 2025Engagement Viral PostTelly Khazana claimed a wedding was imminent.
Dec 31, 2025The Soft LaunchJiya 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.
Disha Rojhe

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