Amid Rumours of Wedding With Dhanush, Mrunal Thakur Reveals Family Pressure for Arranged Marriage
Promoting her new film 'Do Deewane Seher Mein', Mrunal Thakur addressed family pressure to 'settle down', joking that she's open to an arranged marriage but "where is the guy?" The actor also debunked persistent dating rumours with Dhanush, labeling reports of a secret Valentine's Day wedding as clickbait and fake publicity.
Actress Mrunal Thakur has candidly discussed the growing frequency of marriage discussions within her family, revealing she is open to the idea of an arranged match while jokingly lamenting a lack of suitable partners. The actor's comments come at a time when her personal life has been subject to intense social media speculation, specifically linking her to South superstar Dhanush, rumours she recently dismissed as "fake" and "clickbait." Speaking to Showshaa India during the promotion of her latest film, Do Deewane Seher Mein, Thakur shared that her father has become more vocal about her settling down. Mrunal Thakur Laughs Off Wedding Rumours With Dhanush, Says ‘Thank You for the Free Publicity’.
Mrunal Thakur Shares Funny Take on Marriage Talks
Thakur described the persistent nature of marriage talks in Indian households, noting that her parents are often "daydreaming" about wedding bells. She recounted a recent conversation with her father that quickly turned humorous. “In fact, last night my dad told me, ‘Now you need to get settled,’” she said. Thakur recalled her witty retort: “I said, ‘Why don’t you call your sister and ask if she knows a good guy for your daughter?’ He asked, ‘Where is the guy?’ And I said, ‘Exactly – where is the guy?’ If you’re asking me this, what should I say then? This is every household’s story.”
Mrunal Thakur Not Afraid of Arranged Marriage
Despite the professional demands of balancing South Indian cinema and Bollywood, Thakur expressed that she is not intimidated by the concept of an arranged marriage. However, she emphasised that any union must be rooted in genuine compatibility rather than societal or family timelines. “I’m not scared of arranged marriage at all, there simply aren't any matches,” she laughed. Explaining her modern perspective on the tradition, she added, “Eventually, what matters is whether it's love or arranged, if two people connect and click, that's what counts. Marriage is not just between a man and a woman, it's between two families.”
Dismissing Dhanush Dating Rumours
The actor’s personal life has recently been the focus of viral speculation suggesting a romance with actor-filmmaker Dhanush, with some reports even claiming a Valentine's Day wedding was planned. Thakur tackled the buzz head-on, comparing the rumours to an "April Fools' prank." “I don't know who started this. First of all, I have been quoted but I never said anything,” she stated in an interview with Galatta Plus. She also criticised the rise of AI-generated content used to spread misinformation, calling it a "scary space." In a separate chat with Hindustan Times, she joked that the "free publicity" from the fake reports saved her crores in PR costs, but maintained that she remains "single and romancing the camera." ‘Wheel of Fortune’: Mrunal Thakur Makes Candid Confession About Her Relationship Status to Akshay Kumar During Game Show.
Mrunal Thakur Professional Front
Mrunal Thakur is currently appearing in the romantic drama Do Deewane Seher Mein, alongside Siddhant Chaturvedi. Directed by Ravi Udyawar and produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, the film follows two socially awkward millennials navigating love in Mumbai a role Thakur says she deeply identifies with. The film released in theatres today, February 20, 2026, amidst mixed critical reviews but strong interest in the lead pair's chemistry.
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