Cristiano Ronaldo–Bipasha Basu kiss photo: Did Bollywood actress cheat on her ex-boyfriend John Abraham?

Time of India

19 hours ago

Cristiano Ronaldo–Bipasha Basu kiss photo: It's almost crazy that both Bipasha Basu and Cristiano Ronaldo are making headlines at the same time. While Bipasha is going viral on Instagram thanks to her old 'Bipasha Bipasha' song, Cristiano Ronaldo is in the news for proposing to his longtime partner Georgina Rodríguez with a massive ring. Their simultaneous spotlight has revived chatter about past rumours linking the two. In fact, as seen in some photos, Bipasha and Ronaldo once appeared to share a 'kiss,' which sent the internet into a frenzy. As the two dominate headlines now, here's a look back at that rumour.
Remember when Bipasha Basu and Cristiano Ronaldo's dating rumours spread like wildfire?
Bipasha Basu and Cristiano Ronaldo were never actually a couple, but back in 2007, rumours of a romance between them spread like wildfire, becoming a hot topic in both Bollywood and sports gossip.
The buzz started after they met at the New Seven Wonders of the World ceremony in Lisbon, Portugal. Bipasha attended as a Bollywood representative, while Ronaldo was already an international football superstar. The two were photographed chatting and laughing, but it was one particular picture showing what appeared to be a kiss on the cheek that set the internet and tabloids ablaze.
So today i found out that Cristiano Ronaldo and Bipasha Basu were 'a thing' 😆 shook 🙌🏻😂 pic.twitter.com/Qo0Hvx43lm
At the time, Bipasha was reportedly in a relationship with actor John Abraham, which only intensified the gossip. Media outlets speculated about the nature of her connection with Ronaldo, with many hinting at something beyond friendship.
Bipasha later shut down the rumours, clarifying in interviews that they were simply friends and had met in a completely professional, friendly setting. She said the so-called 'kiss' was nothing more than a playful moment in the excitement of the event and described Ronaldo as 'the sweetest guy.'
Despite her explanation, the images continued to resurface over the years, keeping the 'Bipasha–Ronaldo kiss' alive as one of the most talked-about celebrity gossip moments of the late 2000s.
Bipasha Basu's relationship with John Abraham
Bipasha Basu and John Abraham first met in 2002 on the sets of Jism, where their on-screen chemistry quickly blossomed into a real-life relationship. For nearly a decade, they were seen as one of Bollywood's most glamorous couples, starring together in films like Aetbaar and Dhan Dhana Dhan Goal and making frequent public appearances.
962-Dhan Dhana Dhan Goal (2007) pic.twitter.com/MyjlO7W1oX
Their romance ended in 2011, with Bipasha later suggesting that disagreements over commitment and marriage were behind the breakup. John went on to marry Priya Runchal in 2014, while Bipasha married Karan Singh Grover in 2016, yet their time together remains one of the most memorable love stories in Bollywood.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez's engagement
After over eight years together, Cristiano Ronaldo proposed to Georgina Rodríguez, who confirmed the engagement on Instagram by flaunting her stunning ring with the caption (translated from Spanish): "Yes, I do. In this and in all my lives." Experts estimate the ring weighs between 25 and 37 carats and could be worth $2 million to $5 million, depending on its quality and design.