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Ananya Panday and Kartik Aaryan say they are ‘just good friends’ ahead of Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri

Rumoured ex-couple Ananya Panday and Kartik Aaryan dismissed relationship rumours, saying they are just good friends, during a chat with Karan Johar, ahead of their upcoming release romantic comedy film.

December 25, 2025 / 01:47 IST
Ananya Panday and Kartik Aaryan say they are ‘just good friends’ ahead of Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri
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  • Ananya Panday and Kartik Aaryan confirm they are just good friends
  • They exchanged playful compliments during a chat with Karan Johar
  • Their film Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri is set for release soon

Rumoured ex-couple Ananya Panday and Kartik Aaryan have once again addressed the long-running speculation around their relationship, firmly stating that they are “just good friends.” The clarification came during a candid and light-hearted conversation with filmmaker-host Karan Johar, ahead of the release of their upcoming romantic comedy Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri.

The two actors, who have been linked together ever since they worked on Pati Patni Aur Woh, found themselves facing familiar questions as Johar openly addressed the rumours. Pointing to the chatter around them being more than friends, Karan directly asked if there was any truth to what people believed. Without hesitation, both Ananya and Kartik looked at each other and responded in unison that they were “just friends,” instantly setting the tone for a playful exchange.

Adding a fun twist to the conversation, Karan asked Ananya to describe Kartik in one word. After a brief pause and a smile, she replied, “Explosive.” Kartik, clearly amused, returned the compliment with his own word for Ananya, calling her “Patakha.” The moment drew laughter and underscored the easy camaraderie the two share, even as speculation around their personal lives refuses to die down.

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Karan, who has often teased both Ananya and Sara Ali Khan about Kartik on Koffee With Karan, acknowledged that the rumours have followed the actor for years. Kartik, for his part, reiterated that he shares warm, respectful friendships with his co-stars and prefers to keep his personal life out of the spotlight.

As Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri gears up for release, the duo’s friendly chemistry is clearly being enjoyed both on and off screen. For now, Ananya Panday and Kartik Aaryan seem content letting their work do the talking, while maintaining that their bond is rooted firmly in friendship, not romance.

Vaishnavi Gavankar
first published: Dec 24, 2025 11:00 pm

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