Sidharth breaks silence on his breakup with Alia Bhatt
What's the story
The recent episode of Karan Johar's Koffee With Karan 6 was eagerly awaited as two of Bollywood's most eligible bachelors graced the kouch: Sidharth Malhotra and Aditya Roy Kapur. As usual, KWK6 guests threw light on their love lives. But, much to everyone's surprise, Sidharth talked quite comfortably about his breakup with Alia Bhatt and revealed what went wrong between them.
Love Story
Sidharth, Alia fell in love during 'Kapoor & Sons'
Sidharth and Alia grabbed the headlines when they made their debut with KJo's Student of the Year in 2012. However, cupid struck them in 2016 during their second movie together - Kapoor & Sons. It was a whirlwind romance for Sid and Alia, but their relationship didn't last long. They parted ways in 2017 itself.
Reason
There were lots of ups and downs, reveals Sidharth
Understandably, their split came as a shock to their fans. However, they chose to stay mum over the reason behind their breakup until now. The Aiyaary actor, opening up on their split, said it was a mutual decision. "There is a reason why two people decide not to be together. There were lots of ups and downs," he added.
Chemistry
Post breakup, Sidharth and Alia maintained a 'civil' relationship
Interestingly, despite parting ways, Sidharth and Alia continue to share a cordial relationship. However, they haven't met each other after their breakup. "Our relationship is civil. I don't think it's bitter. It's been a while. I have known her for much longer even before we dated. I gave my first ever shot with her in SOTY, I was crazy," he stated on KWK6.
Dating rumors
Is Sidharth dating Jacqueline Fernandez? He answers
Meanwhile, there have been reports about Sidharth dating his A Gentleman co-star Jacqueline Fernandez. However, the actor rubbished the reports and stated that he is very much single. Sidharth also clarified that he never dated Jacqueline, instead, they both are good friends "Jacqueline is wonderful. We just enjoy being friends and hanging out. We've lots in common. She's crazy, she's always happy," he concluded.
New relationship
Alia finds love in Ranbir Kapoor, may marry next year
On the other hand, Alia also moved on from her breakup with Sidharth and found love again in Ranbir Kapoor. Reportedly, Ranbir and Alia fell in love on the sets of Brahmastra and are going strong with their relationship. In fact, the couple got a green signal from their respective parents as well and are, reportedly, planning to exchange the rings next year.