Tamannaah Bhatia Sets the Record Straight Amid Rumors Involving Virat Kohli and Abdul Razzaq

Mumbai, August 2025 – Actress Tamannaah Bhatia recently opened up about persistent rumors linking her romantically with Indian cricket superstar Virat Kohli and former Pakistani all-rounder Abdul Razzaq. With her characteristic candor and a touch of humor, Tamannaah broke her silence during an interview with The Lallantop, calling the speculations utterly baseless—and frankly, embarrassing.

The Kohli Connection: A One-Day Meeting Misinterpreted

Tamannaah addressed swirling rumors that stemmed from a commercial shoot she did with Virat Kohli. She explained that they had met for just one day, and that contact ended there. She emphasized, “I literally met him for only one day. I have never met Virat after the shoot. Na maine unse baat ki, na unse mili hoon.”

It was this fleeting encounter that, through speculation and exaggeration, led to false dating rumors. Tamannaah openly expressed how odd it felt being associated with someone she barely knows.

The Abdul Razzaq Rumor: A Jewelry Store Appearance Misread

The actress also laughed off rumors involving Abdul Razzaq. She recounted how a photo of the two at a jewelry store opening in 2020 sparked bizarre marriage gossip online. “Mazaak mazaak mein Abdul Razzaq! The Internet is a fun place. According to the internet, I was briefly married to Abdul Razzaq. I'm sorry, sir. Aapke dho-teen bachche hain…”

With a self-deprecating smile, she indicated how absurd the claims were, joking about how she had no idea the cricketer's personal life included children. It was all just a coincidence blown out of proportion.

The Emotional Impact: Dealing with Intrusive Buzz

While Tamannaah appears unfazed by gossip, she did acknowledge the emotional weight that such rumors carry. She shared that being linked to someone with no real-life connection felt awkward. Still, she emphasized that over time, one learns to live with it. “It’s very awkward when the media links you to someone you have absolutely no connection with… It takes time, but one finally accepts that there's nothing one can do about it.”

Despite the noise, the actress remains attentive to how audiences perceive her work. She admitted to occasionally googling herself to understand public sentiment, noting that as an actor, it's important to ensure her work resonates.

What’s Next for Tamannaah?

Moving past gossip, Tamannaah remains focused on her craft. Last seen in the supernatural thriller Odela 2, she portrayed the sadhvi Shiva Shakthi, returning to the eerie world introduced in its crime thriller predecessor, Odela Railway Station.

She also appeared in Stree 2, featuring the popular track Aaj Ki Raat, and is gearing up for her next film, VVAN: Force of the Forest, co-starring Sidharth Malhotra and directed by Deepak Mishra and Arunabh Kumar—scheduled to hit screens in May next year.

In essence, Tamannaah Bhatia has firmly put rumors to rest, setting the record straight with grace, humor, and a clear focus on her true passion: acting. If you'd like more insights into her upcoming projects or media coverage, feel free to ask!