Abhishek Malhan, the popular YouTuber and reality TV star known as Fukra Insaan, is reportedly upset over recent rumors linking him romantically to actress Jiya Shankar, with some reports even suggesting an engagement was on the cards. Malhan has yet to release a statement, but these claims, which have been circulating online, have been firmly denied by Shankar.

The rumors gained traction after an entertainment portal, Telly Khazana, posted that Malhan and Shankar had made their relationship public and hinted at a potential engagement. This sparked a flurry of speculation across social media platforms, with many fans and followers congratulating the supposed couple. However, Shankar swiftly shut down the rumors.

On Tuesday, December 30, 2025, Shankar posted a photo on her Instagram account featuring herself with a mystery man. In the picture, the man is seen kissing her forehead. Shankar captioned the image, "Let's leave false rumours in 2025!". While she didn't directly address Malhan by name, the message was widely interpreted as a clear statement that she is not engaged to him and is, in fact, in a relationship with someone else.

This isn't the first time that Shankar and Malhan have been linked together romantically. The two first met as contestants on Bigg Boss OTT 2, where their friendship and on-screen chemistry led to dating rumors. They further fueled speculation by collaborating on a music video after the show ended.

However, in 2024, Shankar issued a statement clarifying that she and Malhan were never more than friends. She stated that even their friendship no longer existed and requested to be excluded from any narratives involving Malhan. "Saying this for ONE LAST TIME to whoever it concerns! I've got nothing to do with Fukra Insaan or these meme pages," Shankar wrote at the time.

Shankar's career began in 2013, and she has worked in television, films, and web series. She gained recognition for her roles in Meri Hanikarak Biwi and Kaatelal & Sons, and she made her Marathi film debut in Ved.

With her recent Instagram post, Shankar has once again made it clear that she wants to move forward without the constant speculation about her personal life. While Malhan has not yet commented on the situation, it is expected that he will soon address the rumors and express his disappointment at being linked to Shankar despite their platonic history. For now, Shankar seems focused on her career and personal life, while firmly setting boundaries against what she considers to be baseless gossip.