Chirag Paswan and Vishal Singh Viral Video Fuels Gay Couple Rumours, Netizens Have Mixed Reactions

A recently surfaced video showing Union Food Processing Minister Chirag Paswan and television actor Vishal Singh during a Ganpati Visarjan ceremony in Mumbai has gone viral across social media platforms, sparking widespread discussion and speculative comments online. Chirag Paswan Receives Death Threat Letter, Communication Mentions ‘Hardcore Terrorists’.

Chirag Paswan and Vishal Singh's Ganesh Visarjan Video Goes Viral

The viral footage captures Union Minister Chirag Paswan alongside actor Vishal Singh participating in the immersion rituals for Lord Ganesha. In the clips widely shared on platforms like Instagram and X, both individuals appear visibly emotional and are seen wiping away tears as they bid farewell to the deity.

Adding to the attention was the duo's choice of attire. Both Paswan and Singh were dressed in matching pink traditional Indian kurtas during the ceremony, a detail that quickly became a main talking point among social media users. Beyond the emotional farewell, other clips from the event showed Singh dancing alongside Paswan and family members to traditional dhol beats during the procession.

Chirah Paswan and Vishal Singh Get Emotional in Viral Video from Ganesh Visarjan

Netizens React with Mixed Opinions

The clip generated a wide spectrum of online reactions, with significant speculation regarding the pair's personal relationship. Rumours alleging that the two are a gay couple surfaced across platforms such as Reddit, X, and Instagram, fueled further by user references to past sightings, including overlapping holiday photos from Paris.

While a section of users posted speculative and intrusive comments regarding their sexuality, critics also questioned the authenticity of the emotional display, citing Paswan’s brief past career in Bollywood to label the tearful moment as scripted for camera attention.

Conversely, a large section of netizens came forward to support the duo and defend their bond. Many users expressed supportive views toward the possibility of a same-sex relationship, while others urged commentators to respect personal friendships and religious sentiments. Supporters emphasised that crying during Ganesh Visarjan is a common emotional expression among devotees parting with the deity. Others highlighted that close, affectionate male friendships should be normalised without invoking speculative commentary or public scrutiny.

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More About Chirag Paswan and Vishal Singh

Chirag Paswan, the chief of the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) and current Union Cabinet Minister, briefly pursued a career in the Hindi film industry before entering politics full-time. He made his acting debut in the 2011 film Miley Naa Miley Hum. Paswan has previously described his short stint in Bollywood as unsuccessful, acknowledging that his true calling lay in public service. Shah Rukh Khan Trolled for Wiping Face With Manager Pooja Dadlani’s Dupatta at Lalbaugcha Raja in Wife Gauri Khan’s Presence.

Vishal Singh is a prominent television actor best known for his portrayal of Jigar Modi in the long-running drama series Saath Nibhaana Saathiya. He has also appeared in several other television shows, including Kasamh Se and Kumkum Bhagya. The two have maintained a close public friendship for years, frequently appearing together at private gatherings and cultural events. Neither Paswan nor Singh has issued an official statement regarding the social media commentary surrounding the video.

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