Reports circulating about actors Mrunal Thakur and Dhanush tying the knot on February 14, 2026, are entirely false, sources close to both stars have confirmed. The rumors, which suggested a private Valentine's Day wedding, have been widely dismissed as baseless speculation across the film industry.[sundayguardianlive+4]
Marriage Rumors Debunked
An associate close to Dhanush explicitly stated that the news is "completely fake and baseless." The source urged fans to disregard the circulating reports. "This is completely fake and baseless. Please don't fall for it," the associate told Deccan Herald, aiming to end the widespread speculation.Similarly, a source close to Mrunal Thakur clarified to HTCity, "Mrunal is not getting married next month. This is a rumour that has caught wind for no reason."[sundayguardianlive+4]
Mrunal Thakur also subtly addressed the intense speculation. On Saturday, she shared a video on social media with the caption, "Grounded, glowing and unshaken!" This post was seen by many as an indirect message about her calm amidst the rumors.[hindustantimes]
Busy Schedules Disprove Claims
Industry insiders pointed out that the timing of an alleged February wedding does not align with Mrunal Thakur's professional commitments. She has a film scheduled for release in February, followed by another Telugu film in March. "She has a release scheduled for February, why would she get married in such close proximity of her film release? And then in March, she has another film's release in Telugu in March," a source explained.This packed schedule strengthens the argument that the wedding rumors lack factual basis.[odishatv+4]
Dhanush is also currently occupied with multiple projects, including his films "D53" and "D54" (now titled "Kara"), and discussions for a potential Bollywood venture.His focus remains on his work, according to sources.[sundayguardianlive+4]
Origin of the Speculation
Rumors linking Mrunal Thakur and Dhanush have been circulating for several months. The initial speculation gained traction in August 2025 after the two actors were spotted together at the premiere of Mrunal's film, "Son of Sardaar 2". Fans noted a warm interaction between them, which fueled social media chatter.Mrunal later attended the wrap party for Dhanush's film "Tere Ishq Mein," further adding to the rumors, despite not being part of the cast.Social media users also observed that Mrunal follows Dhanush's sisters on Instagram, which contributed to the online discussion.[bollywoodshaadis+15]
Despite these public appearances and interactions, neither Dhanush nor Mrunal Thakur has ever publicly confirmed a romantic relationship.Last year, Mrunal described Dhanush as "just a good friend," directly addressing the dating rumors at the time.She clarified that Ajay Devgn had invited Dhanush to the "Son of Sardaar 2" event.Dhanush, in turn, has publicly called love an "overrated emotion" during promotions for "Tere Ishq Mein," indirectly quashing romance rumors.[sundayguardianlive+17]
Dhanush's Recent Divorce
The heightened speculation also comes after Dhanush's divorce from Aishwarya Rajinikanth was finalized. Dhanush and Aishwarya, daughter of superstar Rajinikanth, announced their separation in January 2022.Their nearly 20-year marriage officially ended with their divorce being finalized by a Chennai family court in November 2024.Since their separation, both have focused on co-parenting their two sons, Yatra and Linga, maintaining a private family life.[sundayguardianlive+5]
Careers of the Stars
Dhanush, born Venkatesh Prabhu Kasthuri Raja on July 28, 1983, is a highly acclaimed Indian actor, filmmaker, lyricist, and playback singer primarily working in Tamil cinema.He made his acting debut in 2002 with "Thulluvadho Ilamai" and has starred in over 50 films.His accolades include four National Film Awards and eight Filmfare Awards South.He is known for versatile performances in films like "Aadukalam" (2010), for which he won a National Film Award for Best Actor, and "Asuran" (2019), earning him a second National Film Award.Dhanush also made his Bollywood debut with "Raanjhanaa" (2013) and his international debut with the English-language French film "The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir" (2018).[en+13]
Mrunal Thakur, born on August 1, 1992, is an Indian actress prominent in Hindi and Telugu films.She began her career in television with shows like "Mujhse Kuchh Kehti...Yeh Khamoshiyaan" (2012) and "Kumkum Bhagya" (2014–2016). Thakur transitioned to films with her Hindi debut in "Love Sonia" (2018) and gained popularity with box-office successes like "Super 30" (2019) and "Batla House" (2019). She achieved significant acclaim in Telugu cinema with successful romantic dramas such as "Sita Ramam" (2022) and "Hi Nanna" (2023), earning her a Filmfare Award South for Best Actress. Her upcoming projects include the action-drama "Dacoit," and romantic comedies "Do Deewane Seher Mein," "Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai," and "Pooja Meri Jaan."[en+8]
The denial from reliable sources and the packed professional schedules of both Mrunal Thakur and Dhanush confirm that the Valentine's Day wedding reports are unfounded. Both actors remain focused on their flourishing careers.[sundayguardianlive+6]
