Mrunal Thakur and Dhanush seen holding hands in viral video at her birthday. Spotify playlist sparks dating rumours
Dhanush and Mrunal Thakur are grabbing headlines after being spotted together at several events, including her birthday party and film screenings. Their public interactions, such as holding hands and sharing warm moments, have fueled speculation regarding their dating rumours among fans. Adding to this, Mrunal's Spotify playlist includes Tamil songs linked to Dhanush. Read on!
The video of the two holding hands and sharing a warm interaction with each other has sparked dating rumours among fans. Dhanush is currently making headlines for both his professional and personal life. The actor, who recently wrapped up shooting for Aanand L Rai's highly anticipated film Tere Ishq Mein , has been spotted at multiple public events. Alongside his film updates, he is drawing attention for reportedly sharing a close bond with actress Mrunal Thakur. The duo has recently sparked dating rumours.
The buzz took another turn when Dhanush was seen holding Mrunal's hand at her birthday party, leading fans and netizens to speculate about a possible romantic relationship. In July 2025, Dhanush celebrated the completion of his film at a wrap-up party attended by Tamannaah Bhatia, Kanika Dhillon, Mrunal Thakur, and Bhumi Pednekar. This event marked one of the first public spotting of Dhanush and Mrunal together.
Following that, the two were seen together at the screening of Kajol's much-discussed film Maa . Their appearance together added more fuel about the nature of their bond. More recently, Dhanush attended the premiere of Son Of Sardaar 2, in which Mrunal played the lead role. Their warm interaction at the event was widely shared on social media. The turning point came on August 1, 2025, at Mrunal Thakur's birthday party when Dhanush was allegedly seen holding her hand. The intimate moment was caught on camera and went viral on social media platforms. Netizens were quick to point out the chemistry between the two as they shared intense eye contact and engaged in a deep conversation, appearing like a couple reconnecting after a long time.
Dhanush, who divorced Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth in 2022 after 18 years of marriage, has kept his personal life mostly private since the split. He met Aishwaryaa on the sets of his 2003 film Kaadhal Kondein , and the couple's separation was a major talking point when it was announced. While Dhanush and Mrunal Thakur have never worked together in a film, many fans believe they share undeniable chemistry based on their recent public appearances. This has led to a flurry of social media posts, comments, and memes speculating about their relationship status. Adding more fuel to the fire, a viral social media post revealed that Mrunal's Spotify playlist titled "Mama Favs" included several Tamil songs and tracks linked to Dhanush. This discovery led fans to assume a personal connection between the two.
Despite all the buzz, neither Dhanush nor Mrunal Thakur has publicly addressed the dating rumours. Both stars appear to be focusing on their careers and personal growth while fans eagerly watch their interactions for any confirmation.
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