Ankita Lokhande shuts down rumours linking actress to close friend
January 11, 2026: Actress Mahhi Vij faced intense online trolling after sharing an affectionate birthday message for her “close friend” Nadim, with social media users speculating about a possible romantic link. The chatter gained momentum as the post came soon after Mahhi publicly announced her separation from actor-husband Jay Bhanushali, prompting many to draw unfounded conclusions about her personal life.
Stepping in to address the rumours, Mahhi’s close friend and actor Ankita Lokhande issued a strong clarification, calling the assumptions baseless. In a detailed social media post, Ankita stated that Nadim has always been a father figure to Mahhi and Jay, and a father to their daughter Tara. She emphasised that not all relationships need to be labelled and criticised the tendency to judge personal bonds without understanding their depth or history.
Ankita also praised Nadim for standing by friends during difficult times and expressed admiration for his character. Extending her support to Mahhi and Jay, she applauded them for their dedication as parents and urged people to stop spreading negativity. Mahhi and Jay, who were together for nearly 15 years, recently confirmed their separation, ending months of speculation about trouble in their marriage.