Were Dhanush and Mrunal really dating?:Breakup reports revive old rumours; know their previous relationships

Actors Dhanush and Mrunal Thakur, who were rumoured to be in a romantic relationship, have reportedly broken up and parted ways. According to a recent report by Filmfare, the two stars have ended their relationship, though the specific reason behind their sudden breakup remains undisclosed at this time. But were they actually dating each other? The speculation surrounding their romance had been making headlines for a significant period. The rumours initially gained momentum in August 2025, when the two actors made a joint appearance at the premiere of Mrunal’s film, “Son Of Sardaar 2.” Their bond drew further attention when Mrunal attended the wrap-up party for Dhanush’s film, “Tere Ishk Mein.” The eagle-eyed fans noticed that Mrunal had started following Dhanush’s sisters, Dr. Karthika Karthik and Vimala Geetha, on Instagram, which added fuel to the fire. Previously, an industry insider had confirmed their relationship to News18 Showsha, stating that while the actors were indeed dating, they preferred to keep their personal lives away from the public eye. The source mentioned that they were highly compatible, sharing similar values and choices. A report in the Free Press Journal had claimed that Dhanush and Mrunal were going to tie the knot on February 14; however, now a close friend of the actor has denied these reports. Also, the actress's team has called the reports rumours. A Bollywood Hungama report had quoted Dhanush's closest friend, a director-producer, as saying, 'He hasn't said anything about his rumored wedding, even though we meet and talk every day. Is he getting married without telling his closest people? Because if I don't know, then no one else would know.' Further, he said, 'When Dhanush and his ex-wife Aishwarya Rajinikanth legally separated, both decided to co-parent their two children, Yatra and Linga. As far as I know, Dhanush is not interested in remarrying. He does not want to bring a stepmother into the house for his sons. I don't want to comment on the situation of their (Dhanush-Mrunal) relationship; they like each other, but that doesn't mean they will get married.' Mrunal's team also denied about the relationship In a conversation with the Hindustan Times, a person associated with Mrunal Thakur's team called the news of Mrunal and Dhanush's marriage baseless. They stated that some people are spreading these rumors without any reason. The rumour peaked in February when reports of an upcoming wedding began circulating, accompanied by viral, AI-generated images of the duo dressed in traditional South Indian wedding attire. A source close to the actors quickly debunked these claims to HT City, stating that the marriage rumours were entirely baseless. Dhanush was married to Rajinikanth's daughter, but the couple later separated Before these rumours emerged, Dhanush was married to Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth. The former couple, who first met on the sets of the 2003 film ‘Kadhal Kondaen’, announced their separation in 2022 after 18 years of marriage. They share two sons, Yatra and Linga. The couple had announced their separation in 2022 Dhanush had written on social media while announcing the divorce - We spent 18 years journeying together as friends, couple, parents and well-wishers with growth, understanding and partnership. From where we stand today, our paths are separating. Aishwaryaa and I have decided to part ways as a couple. We want to give time to understand ourselves better. Please respect our decision and maintain our privacy. Mrunal started acting on TV, previously was linked to actor Sharad Chandra Before becoming a successful film actress, Mrunal Thakur built her career in the television industry. She gained recognition with popular TV shows such as Mujhse Kuchh Kehti...Yeh Khamoshiyaan and Kumkum Bhagya, where her performance as Bulbul made her a household name. After establishing herself on television, she tried in films and earned praise for projects like Love Sonia, Super 30, Sita Ramam, Jersey, and Hi Nanna. Over the years, Mrunal's personal life has often attracted media attention. She was frequently linked to writer and television actor Sharad Chandra Tripathi during her TV days, though neither publicly confirmed the relationship. Mrunal has consistently maintained that she prefers to keep her relationships away from the spotlight and focus on her work, making headlines primarily for her performances rather than her personal life.