It’s been a minute since the rumours of a possible romance between Big Boss OTT fame actress, Akanksha Puri and Bhojpuri superstar, Khesari Lal Yadav have swirled around. The two have collaborated on many on-screen projects and share an off-screen chemistry that has made fans wonder if something more is going on between the two. Now the actress has finally addressed the speculation.
‘He is very close to my heart,’ says Akanksha Puri while talking about Khesari Lal Yadav
Speaking in an interview with Telly Talk India, Akanksha stated that while Khesari holds a special place in her heart, their bond is rooted in friendship and mutual respect for each other as artists rather than romance. She revealed that their connection is meaningful and long-standing, and she is indifferent to what others say about it. She accepted that they share a bond that goes beyond filming. She could be quoted as saying:
“Khesari is very close to my heart and always will be. I don’t care what fans or trolls say. Our bond goes beyond work.”
Akanksha Puri’s take on trolls and public opinion
Brushing aside the negativity surrounding their dynamics, Akanksha explained there’s always fun and banter among friends. Fans will say what they want, but her love and respect for Khesari as an artist will never change. Her response reflected that she is unfazed by baseless speculation. She said:
“This relationship will always stay. There’s always fun and banter among friends. As for what fans are saying… that’s up to them. But I love Khesari Ji very much, as an artist, and I always will. He is very special to me.”
Khesari Lal Yadav is married to Chanda Devi
It was not just the closeness between Khesari and Akanksha that had people talking about the two; it was actually the fact that, despite being married to Chanda Devi for 19 years, Khesari Lal Yadav continues to display a close association with Akanksha publicly. The Bhojpuri actor-singer’s chemistry with Akanksha has been the subject to much gossip on social media, sparking backlash and commentary not just from his fans but also from followers of fellow actor-singer, Pawan Singh.
Public reaction to Akanksha Puri and Khesari Lal Yadav’s off-screen chemistry
Khesari and Akanksha’s off-screen camaraderie includes many activities, such as frequent gym visits and many media moments caught on camera, which have all together intensified public curiosity and speculation. Fans often speculate about their relationship based on viral clips and photos of the two, with some even expressing strong opinions about the actress’s proximity to the married star. However, Akanksha emphasised that what’s seen online shouldn’t always be misinterpreted.
Professional collaboration between Akanksha Puri and Khesari Lal Yadav
Akanksha and Khesari have teamed up on several popular Bhojpuri music videos and films, including hits like Sarson Ke Telwa, Badnam Tohra Se, Latak Jaiba, and Loha Garam. Their latest collaboration was reportedly in the film, Rajaram, where their on-screen chemistry once again grabbed headlines. Their consistent work together could be seen as a key factor behind the ongoing buzz.
While the media and fans continue to speculate, Akanksha Puri’s statement has clarified that her bond with Khesari Lal Yadav is purely based on mutual admiration and friendship. Their strong working relationship and on-screen chemistry may still continue to spark gossip, but both artists appear to be focused on their careers and work.
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