Actor and politician Kangana Ranaut has finally broken her silence on the growing rumors about her alleged relationship with fellow Member of Parliament Chirag Paswan. The news came out on Wednesday, 16 April 2026. Kangana gave a direct and bold interview to ANI. She did not leave any room for doubt. She clearly stated that there is no romance between her and Chirag Paswan. She called him just a good friend. And she gave a very strong reason for it.
Kangana said, “No, no, Chirag is a friend. When I see him, I think of a friend. There’s no romance happening, let me be honest.” She then added a statement that shocked many people. She said, “We know each other for like… He did his film with me 10 years ago. If it wasn’t then… If it was romance, then today we would have had children.” Her words were sharp and clear. She wanted to end all the gossip in one go.
The rumors started because Kangana and Chirag have been seen together at many public events recently. They attend high-profile parties. They sit together at political gatherings. They also smile and talk with each other very comfortably. This made people on social media start guessing. Many fans and gossip pages began sharing their photos. They wrote stories about a possible love affair. Some even said that the two politicians were secretly dating.
But Kangana laughed at all these claims. She explained that their bond is very old. They first worked together in the 2011 film ‘Mile Na Mile Hum’. That was Chirag’s first film as an actor. Kangana was the leading lady in that movie. Since then, they have stayed in touch. But according to Kangana, the connection was never romantic. She said, “If I wanted to have romance, then it would have happened. It’s not happening.”
She also talked about the kind of comfort she feels with Chirag. She said, “It’s just that friendly vibe, you know, which you get from somebody who’s just kind of your, you know, your type as in like he’s from also in a way from film industry. So I feel very good around him.” Her words made it clear that she sees Chirag as someone from the same background. They share the experience of working in movies. That is why they get along so well.
The social media buzz around the two has been growing for weeks. Fans started editing their photos together. They made romantic videos using old songs from ‘Mile Na Mile Hum’. Some even created fake love stories. The situation became so loud that Kangana felt the need to respond. She did not want people to misunderstand her friendship. She is known for speaking her mind. This time was no different.
Chirag Paswan has not yet given any official statement on Kangana’s interview. But people close to him say that he also finds the rumors funny. Both of them are busy with their political careers. Kangana is a Member of Parliament from Mandi, Himachal Pradesh. Chirag Paswan represents the Hajipur constituency in Bihar. They belong to different political backgrounds. Yet they share a mutual respect for each other.
Kangana’s journey from films to politics has been full of ups and downs. She started as a small-town girl. She became one of the biggest stars in Bollywood. She acted in movies like ‘Queen’, ‘Tanu Weds Manu’, and ‘Manikarnika’. She also directed films like ‘Emergency’. In that film, she played the role of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. The film got a lot of attention. Some people praised it. Some criticized it. But Kangana never backed down.
Now as a politician, she continues to make headlines. She speaks openly on many issues. She does not hesitate to attack her critics. Her style is very direct. That is why her denial of the dating rumors is being taken seriously. She did not just say no. She gave a logical and almost shocking reason. The line “If it was romance, we would have had children” is now going viral on social media. Many fans are calling it the best way to shut down gossip.
The entertainment world has also reacted to Kangana’s statement. Some actors and directors have supported her. They say that male and female actors can be just friends. People should not assume romance every time they see two people together. Others feel that Kangana’s way of speaking is too harsh. But most people agree that she has the right to clear her name.
This is not the first time Kangana has faced dating rumors. In the past, she was linked with several co-stars and directors. She has always denied most of those rumors. She has also spoken against the media for creating fake stories about her personal life. She believes that women in Bollywood are judged more harshly than men. A man can be friends with many women without anyone asking questions. But a woman is often labeled as dating someone just because she is seen with him.
Chirag Paswan, on the other hand, comes from a famous political family. His father Ram Vilas Paswan was a very respected leader. Chirag has tried to carry forward his father’s legacy. He also tried his luck in acting. But after one film, he chose to focus on politics. Now he is a young face of the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas). His clean image and hard work have earned him many fans. That is also why people are so curious about his personal life.
The timing of Kangana’s denial is also interesting. Elections are not far away. Many leaders are careful about what news comes out about them. A fake romance story can distract people from real issues. It can also harm the image of a politician. Kangana probably wanted to stop the rumor before it could damage her public image. By speaking clearly and strongly, she has put an end to the matter.
Fans of both Kangana and Chirag have now started posting their support online. Many are saying that it is good to see two politicians respecting each other without any romantic angle. Others are joking that Kangana’s statement was “brutally honest.” Some are even making memes about the “children” comment. But the overall mood is one of relief. The rumor has been killed. Now both can focus on their work.
As of now, Kangana is preparing for her next political moves. She is also reading new film scripts. She has not announced any new movie yet. But her fans are waiting. Chirag Paswan is busy with party work in Bihar. He is also visiting different parts of his constituency. Both of them have a lot on their plate. They do not have time for fake love stories. And as Kangana herself said, if there was any romance, it would have happened ten years ago. And by now, they would have had children. That is the final word on the matter.
