Actor Varun Dhawan has put an end to persistent speculation about professional tension between himself and Sidharth Malhotra by sharing a candid photo from a recent visit to Malhotra and Kiara Advani. The picture posted on social media features all three actors together in good spirits. In the background, Advani strikes a playful pose, while Malhotra is seen playfully attempting to shield his wife's baby bump from the camera frame.
Addressing the longstanding gossip directly in his post, Dhawan noted that while the two have certainly had arguments in the past, there has never been any rivalry with his brother. He also extended his warm thanks to Advani for her hospitality during his visit.
A Shared Debut in Bollywood
Dhawan and Malhotra entered the Hindi film industry together with Karan Johar's 2012 romantic drama film Student of the Year. That project also marked the silver screen debut of Alia Bhatt. Following the massive commercial success of their launch, all three performers went on to carve out thriving, high-profile careers in Bollywood. Although Dhawan and Malhotra have not collaborated on another feature film together since their debut, they have frequently addressed their bond and mutual respect over the years.
Conversations on Koffee with Karan and Shared Projects
In 2023, both actors appeared together as guests on filmmaker Karan Johar's popular chat show Koffee with Karan. During the episode, they spoke openly about their friendship, reminiscing about their early days and explaining how they have managed to stay in close touch through various stages of their careers. Dhawan also shares a strong professional and personal rapport with Advani. The duo previously headlined the 2022 family entertainer JugJugg Jeeyo, where their on-screen pairing was well received by audiences.
Parenthood and Growing Families
On the personal front, Malhotra and Advani welcomed their first child, a daughter, in July 2025. The couple then officially announced on October 7, 2026, that they are expecting their second baby. In a joint social media post, they shared an image of their daughter Sarayah holding tiny baby socks, noting that they had received the greatest gift once again and that their hearts were filled with gratitude and love. Meanwhile, Dhawan and his wife Natasha Dalal embraced parenthood in June 2024 with the arrival of their daughter, Lara.
