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Time of India
4 hours ago
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- Time of India
Mrunal Thakur drops first post after facing backlash over calling Bipasha Basu 'manly', says 'stop staring'
Mrunal Thakur faces backlash over an old clip where she insulted Bipasha Basu. Despite criticism, she posted bold Instagram photos captioned 'Stop staring!' Rumors linked her to Dhanush, which she denied, calling him 'just a good friend' and clarifying his attendance at her film screening. Mrunal Thakur has been making headlines recently, not just for her work but also for her personal life. Her latest release, 'Son of Sardaar 2', hasn't done well commercially, and she's also facing backlash online due to an old clip where she took a subtle jab at Bipasha Basu . On top of that, rumours linking her to the South Indian star Dhanush have sparked additional buzz. Origin of the Controversial Clip The controversial clip originates from the time she was working on her television show 'Kumkum Bhagya', where she was chatting about fitness alongside her co-star Arjit Taneja . In this video, she can be seen telling her co-star when he spoke about his preferences, 'Do you want a manly girl with muscles? Go marry Bipasha." She further added, "I'm much better than Bipasha." This remark has sparked backlash, with many critics condemning it as an unnecessary slight directed at another actress. Bold Instagram Response Amid Criticism On Monday, despite facing criticism, the actress confidently shared a series of captivating photos on Instagram, sporting a black outfit and sunglasses. Her caption read, 'Stop staring!" While many fans praised her boldness, some detractors continued to reference the ongoing controversy. Comments included, 'You're lucky people know you now after you used Bipasha's name," 'Bipasha is iconic!" and 'She insulted Bipasha. " Social Media Reactions and Resurfaced Reddit Post The online community quickly responded, bringing attention to this old video which has resurfaced. One commenter remarked, 'She has always been a typical mean girl… she was mean towards her ex on Nach Baliye and has a very crass way of talking." The video clip has since spread widely across social media, igniting discussions about her behavior. Rumours About Relationship with Dhanush Amid the controversy surrounding her supposed 'Bipasha comment,' Mrunal's personal life also attracted media attention. Rumors of a romantic link with Dhanush surfaced after he was seen at the Son of Sardaar 2 premiere. In an interview shared by Only Kollywood, Mrunal clarified, 'Dhanush is just a good friend to me." She went on to explain his attendance, saying, 'Dhanush attended the 'Son of Sardaar 2' event. No one should misunderstand that. It was Ajay Devgn who invited him.'
News18
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Mrunal Thakur Shares First Post Amid Backlash Over 'Insulting' Bipasha Basu: 'Stop Staring'
Mrunal Thakur posts bold photos amid backlash over her Bipasha Basu comment and Dhanush dating rumours. Mrunal Thakur has found herself in the spotlight for both her professional and personal life. While her latest film Son of Sardaar 2 is struggling at the box office, she is also facing social media backlash after an old video resurfaced where she appeared to throw shade at Bipasha Basu. Adding to the chatter are rumours linking her to South superstar Dhanush. On Monday, the actress seemed unfazed by the criticism as she took to Instagram with a series of striking photos in a black outfit and sunglasses, captioned, 'Stop staring!" While her fans showered her with praise, detractors continued to reference the controversy. One user commented, 'You're lucky people know you now after you used Bipasha's name," while another wrote, 'Bipasha is iconic!" 'She insulted Bipasha," a third user said. What Mrunal Thakur Said About Bipasha Basu The clip at the centre of the storm dates back to her Kumkum Bhagya days, where she was seen chatting about fitness with co-star Arjit Taneja. When asked about physical preferences, she remarked, 'Go marry Bipasha then. Listen, I am far better than Bipasha." The comment has sparked criticism, with many calling it an unnecessary dig at another actress. Netizens were quick to react, with an old Reddit thread resurfacing as well. One user alleged, 'She has always been a typical mean girl… she was mean towards her ex on Nach Baliye and has a very crass way of talking." The clip has now gone viral across social media platforms, fuelling debate about her attitude. Mrunal Thakur and Dhanush Dating Rumours While her alleged 'Bipasha comment" stirred one controversy, her personal life made headlines too. Rumours of a romance with Dhanush began circulating after he attended the Son of Sardaar 2 screening. In a recent interview cited by Only Kollywood, Mrunal clarified, 'Dhanush is just a good friend to me." She further explained his presence at the event, saying, 'Dhanush attended the Son of Sardaar 2 event. No one should misunderstand that. It was Ajay Devgn who invited him." Despite the ongoing chatter, Mrunal seems determined to maintain her focus, letting her work and confident social media presence do the talking. First Published: August 12, 2025, 21:33 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Indian Express
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Mrunal Thakur reacts to dating rumours with Dhanush, breaks silence on Son of Sardaar 2 premiere video: ‘It was Ajay Devgn who…'
Actor Dhanush's appearance at the premiere of Mrunal Thakur's film Son of Sardaar 2 instantly sparked dating rumours. Fans were surprised to see him as a guest at the screening of the Ajay Devgn-Mrunal Thakur comedy-drama. In a recent interview, Mrunal addressed the relationship rumours, describing Dhanush as a 'good friend.' In a viral video, Mrunal is seen hurrying to greet Dhanush and sharing a side hug before the Tamil actor heads to the red carpet to be photographed by the paparazzi. This fuelled gossip that he had attended the premiere of Son of Sardaar 2, especially to cheer for Mrunal. While Dhanush has not addressed the speculation, Mrunal clarified that the Raanjhanaa actor was actually invited by Ajay Devgn. Check out the video: A post shared by Bollywood Five (@bollywoodfive) During a conversation with Only Kollywood, Mrunal Thakur said, 'Dhanush is just a good friend to me. I'm aware that a lot of news has been circulating about the two of us being linked together recently. I just found it funny when I saw it. Dhanush attended the Son of Sardaar 2 event. No one should misunderstand that. It was Ajay Devgn who invited him.' ALSO READ | Dhanush slams Raanjhanaa's AI-altered ending after Anand L Rai, Varun Grover; calls it 'a deeply concerning precedent': 'It has stripped the film of its very soul' Dhanush was married to filmmaker Aishwarya Rajinikanth, daughter of legendary actor Rajinikanth. The couple separated in 2022 and finalized their divorce in 2024. They have two sons together, Yatra and Linga. Since the split, Mrunal Thakur is the first actor Dhanush has been romantically linked to. On the professional front, Dhanush has interesting projects in his kitty – Tamil film Idly Kadai, Aanand L. Rai's Tere Ishk Mein alongside Kriti Sanon, and Vignesh Raja's directorial D54. On the other hand, Mrunal Thakur will next star in Dacoit: A Love Story. She also has Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai with Varun Dhawan and Pooja Hegde set to hit the theatres in 2026.
NDTV
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Mrunal Thakur's Old Video Dissing Bipasha Basu Goes Viral Again: "I Am Far Better"
New Delhi: Mrunal Thakur is currently trending online for more reasons than one. While her latest release Son of Sardaar 2 has been struggling at the box office, she is also making headlines for her alleged relationship with South superstar Dhanush. Now, an old video of the actress has resurfaced, where she is heard throwing shades at Bipasha Basu. What's Happening The old clip that is making the rounds again features Mrunal Thakur back when she was a popular face on television. She is heard conversing about fitness with her Kumkum Bhagya co-star Arjit Taneja. Mrunal asked, "Would you rather marry someone who is more manly with muscles?" When Arjit mentioned that he would like a partner with a toned physique, Mrunal Thakur responded, "Go marry Bipasha then. Listen, I am far better than Bipasha." Her last statement has not been taken kindly, as the Internet has questioned her remark for pulling down another woman. View this post on Instagram A post shared by qualiteaposts (@qualiteaposts) How The Internet Reacted An old Reddit thread was also created where the Internet had reactions to Mrunal Thakur seemingly commenting on another fellow actress. One person wrote, "She has always been a typical mean girl lol, anyone who has watched her on Nach Baliye knows, she was mean towards her ex also, plus she has a veryyyy crass way of talking, which is why I have never liked her and will not be rooting for her." Another person mentioned, "Bruuuh, she said she's better than Bipasha. She stands nowhere remotely close to Bipasha." Some other comments read, "Good her meanness came out to the fore. I never got good vibes from her, and don't understand people simping over her. She's not even a good actress - just passable", and "Come on Mrunal, do better, just like the skin lightening injections that worked on you." Mrunal Thakur's Latest Controversy With Dhanush Rumours of Mrunal Thakur and Dhanush dating started floating online when the latter attended the screening of Son of Sardaar 2. While neither of them had commented on it till now, Mrunal did break her silence at an event recently. In a recent interview cited by Only Kollywood, Mrunal asserted that they are only good friends. "Dhanush is just a good friend to me," said Mrunal. Clearing the air over Dhanush's presence at the event, Mrunal said, "Dhanush attended the Son of Sardaar 2 event. No one should misunderstand that. It was Ajay Devgn who invited him." In A Nutshell Amid the dating buzz of Mrunal Thakur and Dhanush on social media, another old clip has resurfaced. The Super 30 actress is heard stating that she is "far better" than Bipasha Basu.
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First Post
11 hours ago
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Mrunal Thakur calls Bipasha Basu 'manly with muscles' in throwback video, says 'I'm better than her', netizens react- Watch
The actress was in a conversation with her Kumkum Bhagya co-star Arjit Taneja when all of a sudden she asked, 'Do you want to marry someone manly with muscles? Go and marry Bipasha then.' read more Mrunal Thakur has broken her silence on the dating rumours with actor-filmmaker Dhanush after the duo was spotted multiple times together, which sparked the conversation of them being in a romantic relationship in Kollywood and Bollywood circles. However, the Son of Sardaar 2 actress clarified and shared that the actor is 'just a good friend' to her. 'I'm aware that a lot of news has been circulating about the two of us being linked together recently. I just found it funny when I saw it,' Mrunal said in an interview cited by Only Kollywood, adding, 'Dhanush is just a good friend to me." STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD New controversy for the actress The actress was in a conversation with her Kumkum Bhagya co-star Arjit Taneja when all of a sudden she asked, 'Do you want to marry someone manly with muscles? Go and marry Bipasha then.' Mrunal then quipped, 'Listen, I am far better than Bipasha.' What netizens are saying on the viral video One wrote- 'When she said manly with muscles I imagined a steroided up body builder, How is bipasha manly at all?' A second said, 'I mean just look a her…she is talking about bipasha who has been awarded with so many awards for hotness.' A third commented- '' i will change beauty standards ' said by a woman who herself is bodyshaming a woman..🤢' Another said, 'everyone knows mrunal looks better than bipasha.. But to counter her arrogance everyone is acting here like mrunal is nothing compared to bipasha or she 🤣🤣' One more comment read- 'Seriously she compare herself with bipasha?🤣🙏 Madam please speak thoughtfully.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD On buri nazar Now, in a recent interview, the actress said that she is seeing many future developments in her career, but doesn't want to talk about it as she believes in 'buri nazar'.'There are a lot of things I still need to do with my career, a lot of boxes I haven't checked. But I will talk about those things once I actually do them, because I don't want to jinx it by talking about them. I believe the whole nazar thing, 'boht nazar lagti hai' (evil eye jinxes things),' said Mrunal while talking to Instant Bollywood.
