Samay Raina Hints at Having a Girlfriend During Viral ‘Koffee With Karan 9’ Segment With Varun Dhawan
Comedian Samay Raina created a stir by hinting at having a girlfriend during a phone call with Varun Dhawan on 'Koffee With Karan Season 9'. The third episode, premiered on October 28, 2026, on JioHotstar, saw Raina's casual remark ignite fresh speculation about his relationship status, previously linked to actress Medha Shankr. Arjun Kapoor also made a special appearance on the show.
Bollywood's most talked-about celebrity chat show, Koffee With Karan, in its ninth and final season, has once again delivered a bombshell moment that has taken the internet by storm. Stand-up comedian Samay Raina, known for his witty humour, left host Karan Johar and actor Varun Dhawan stunned by a casual confession about his love life during the episode that premiered on October 28, 2026. Did Janhvi Kapoor Take a Dig at Tara Sutaria on ‘Koffee With Karan 9’?.
Samay Raina's Viral Girlfriend Reveal on Koffee With Karan 9
The incident unfolded during a lively game segment titled 'Hey Karan, It's Me' on the third episode of Koffee With Karan Season 9, which streamed exclusively on JioHotstar. Guests for this highly anticipated episode were none other than Bollywood star Varun Dhawan and the dynamic Janhvi Kapoor, with Arjun Kapoor making a special appearance during a segment.
During the game, Karan Johar challenged Varun and Janhvi to call a friend from the entertainment industry and persuade them to utter the show's signature phrase, "Hey Karan, it's me." The twist? They had to pretend to break shocking news to their unsuspecting friends. Varun Dhawan chose to dial Samay Raina, playfully teasing him about being in the news.
As Varun probed, Samay, seemingly unaware that the call was part of a nationally broadcast show and on speaker, coolly responded to the teasing by remarking, "At present, I am chilling with my girlfriend." The confession caught everyone off guard, prompting Karan Johar to quickly jump in, "See, this is how you should be on Koffee With Karan. Now tell me more about your girlfriend." Despite Karan's playful urging, Samay remained tight-lipped about her identity, and Varun Dhawan concluded the call shortly thereafter.
The Enduring Mystery: Samay Raina's Relationship Status
Samay Raina's casual revelation has sent his massive fanbase and entertainment pundits into a frenzy, instantly becoming a trending topic. Prior to this, the comedian's love life has been a subject of much speculation, particularly his rumoured relationship with actress Medha Shankr. The two have been spotted together on various occasions, and their friendly interactions on shows like India's Got Latent 2 further fueled the gossip mills. However, both Samay and Medha have consistently denied these dating rumours. Samay Raina and Medha Shankr Spotted Together at Airport, Reigniting Dating Rumours – Report.
Adding to the intrigue, wedding rumours involving Samay and Medha surfaced in September 2026. Samay addressed these reports with characteristic humour on his Instagram, jokingly stating, "December mein toh mera India Tour hai. Sorry, Medha will have to postpone." While his recent 'Koffee With Karan' statement seemingly confirms he is no longer single, the identity of his girlfriend remains a closely guarded secret, leaving fans eagerly awaiting more details.
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