Amidst swirling rumors of a blossoming romance with actor Dhanush, Mrunal Thakur recently shared a reflective note about love and feeling "full-hearted." The actress's post comes as speculation intensifies following several public appearances with Dhanush, fueling the gossip mills in Bollywood and beyond.
The rumors initially sparked after Dhanush was seen attending Mrunal's star-studded birthday celebration on August 1st. A video from the party quickly went viral, capturing a moment where Dhanush was holding Mrunal's hand during what appeared to be an intimate exchange. This visual evidence, amplified by social media, ignited widespread chatter about a potential relationship. Further adding to the speculation, Dhanush had flown to Mumbai earlier that day to attend a special screening of "Son of Sardaar 2," which stars Mrunal Thakur alongside Ajay Devgn.
Adding more fuel to the fire, footage from the screening showed Mrunal leaning in to whisper something to Dhanush. The internet has been actively dissecting these moments, with fans and observers alike trying to decipher the nature of their connection. Social media platforms are flooded with comments, with some users convinced of a budding romance, while others remain skeptical, suggesting they might just be close friends. One user commented, "Unconfirmed, but definitely looks like something's up," while another dismissed the speculation, saying, "Just friends, nothing more".
Adding another layer to the unfolding narrative, an old interview clip from 2023 has resurfaced where Mrunal openly admitted that Dhanush is her "favorite actor". In the video, she mentioned enjoying Dhanush's movie "Sir" and praised his performance. While the clip is from two years ago, its resurfacing now has intensified the romance buzz. Videos of the two actors holding hands at a screening have gone viral. Furthermore, eagle-eyed fans have pointed out a shared Spotify playlist titled "Mama's Favs," which reportedly features tracks associated with Mrunal, further fueling speculation about a deeper connection. In a recent update, it's been reported that Mrunal even followed Dhanush's older sisters and received a follow back, prompting speculation that she may have met his family.
Neither Mrunal Thakur nor Dhanush have officially addressed the dating rumors. This silence has only served to amplify the speculation and keep fans guessing about the true nature of their relationship. According to a News18 Showsha report, the two are indeed dating but are keeping the relationship private for now. The report suggests that they are unfazed about being spotted together but have no immediate plans to make their relationship official.
Dhanush was previously married to Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth, daughter of superstar Rajinikanth, for 18 years before announcing their separation in 2022 and divorcing in 2024. They have two sons together, Yatra and Linga.
Mrunal's career has seen a significant boost, particularly in the South Indian film industry, after the success of "Sita Ramam". She is currently filming "Dacoit: A Love Story" with Adivi Sesh and is reportedly shuttling between Mumbai and Hyderabad. It was reportedly during an event down South that she met Dhanush. Dhanush, on the other hand, is gearing up for the release of his film "Tere Ishk Mein," opposite Kriti Sanon, slated for release on November 28.
Amidst all the speculation, Mrunal has emphasized the importance of protecting oneself from negative energy and controlling how much one shares with the world. She expressed her belief in "buri nazar" (evil eye) and the need to safeguard personal matters.
