The dynamic between Alia Bhatt and Varun Dhawan has long been a topic of interest for Bollywood fans, with their on-screen chemistry and off-screen friendship sparking numerous rumors and speculations over the years. While they are not currently dating, let's examine the nature of their relationship and address the swirling rumors.

Alia and Varun's journey began with their debut in Karan Johar's "Student of the Year" in 2012. Since then, they have starred in several films together, including "Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania" and "Badrinath Ki Dulhania". Their camaraderie is evident, and fans have always appreciated their close bond.

Despite their undeniable chemistry, both Alia and Varun have maintained that their relationship is platonic. Varun, who is now a father to a baby girl with his wife Natasha Dalal, has even stated that Alia is the "last person" he would seek relationship advice from. He humorously explained that their bond thrives on shared experiences and professional support, and they generally don't discuss their romantic lives with each other.

In the past, there have been instances of Varun playfully teasing Alia about her alleged relationships. During the promotions of "Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania," Varun jokingly claimed that Alia had a secret boyfriend named Aksar from Dubai. This lighthearted banter showcases their comfortable friendship and ability to poke fun at each other.

Although some believe that Alia and Varun had an affair during "Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania," they reportedly broke up due to Varun's commitment to Natasha. In an old interview that resurfaced, Alia admitted to having a crush, though she didn't specify on whom. When asked if she ever had a crush on Varun, Alia responded, "I don't think you can have a...ishq complicated".

Karan Johar once revealed that Varun and Sidharth Malhotra initially didn't want him to cast Alia in "Student of the Year". However, despite these initial hesitations, Alia proved her talent and became an integral part of the film.

Currently, Alia is married to Ranbir Kapoor, and they have a daughter together. Alia and Varun continue to support each other's professional endeavors. Varun is currently promoting "Citadel: Honey Bunny," and Alia's latest release is the action thriller "Jigra".