Mumbai: Janhvi Kapoor has officially confirmed her relationship with Shikhar Pahariya, putting an end to speculation about their romance. Appearing on the latest episode of Koffee With Karan 9 alongside actor Varun Dhawan, Janhvi spoke candidly about her personal life and revealed that marriage is not on her immediate agenda.
During the conversation, host Karan Johar asked Janhvi directly whether she was officially dating Shikhar. The actor responded with a clear “Yeah, I am”, publicly acknowledging their relationship.
The confirmation marks a notable moment for the actor, who has generally preferred to keep details of her personal life away from the public eye.
Janhvi Kapoor explains why she kept her relationship private
Janhvi also explained why she had been cautious about discussing her relationship openly. She said she understood the tendency among celebrities to protect their personal lives, particularly when it comes to relationships, but felt that maintaining complete secrecy was unnecessary.
“I’ve always thought about why everyone’s so cagey about this,” she said, explaining that she did not want to attract nazar or reveal too much about her private life.
However, the actor added that she did not believe there was a need to be excessively secretive. She observed that celebrities sometimes go to great lengths to prevent people from knowing about their relationships, even when there is little reason to do so.
Janhvi described the practice of constantly avoiding questions and being secretive about a relationship as overrated and boring. Her comments reflected a more relaxed approach to acknowledging her personal life while maintaining boundaries around its private details.
The actor’s remarks also offered insight into how she views public curiosity about celebrity relationships. While she remains conscious of the attention surrounding her life, she indicated that confirming a relationship need not be a major issue.
Marriage is at least two to three years away
The conversation also turned to marriage, with Karan Johar asking Janhvi when she expected to tie the knot.
The actor made it clear that she was not planning to get married in the immediate future. “Not for another 2-3 years for sure,” she replied.
Her answer suggests that marriage is not currently a priority, despite her confirmation that she is in a relationship with Shikhar. Janhvi did not provide a specific wedding date or share further details about any marriage plans.
The statement is likely to attract attention from fans who have followed the couple’s relationship over the years. However, her response establishes only her present timeline and does not indicate that a wedding date has been finalised.
Janhvi’s appearance on the show gave viewers a rare opportunity to hear her address the relationship directly rather than relying on photographs, public appearances or speculation.
Janhvi Kapoor and Shikhar Pahariya’s relationship over the years
Janhvi and Shikhar have reportedly known each other since their teenage years. According to accounts of their relationship, the two first met when Janhvi was around 15 or 16 years old.
Their relationship is believed to have developed over several years, with the pair reportedly experiencing periods of closeness and separation. They were said to have been close during their younger years before taking a break around the time Janhvi made her acting debut in 2018.
Reports suggest that the relationship rekindled around 2022. Since then, Shikhar has frequently been linked to Janhvi, and the two have been spotted together on several occasions.
Despite the public interest, neither had previously offered such a direct confirmation of their relationship in the manner Janhvi did on Koffee With Karan 9.
Their appearances together had fuelled speculation among fans and entertainment observers, but Janhvi’s response to Karan Johar’s question provided an unambiguous answer.
Who is Shikhar Pahariya?
Shikhar Pahariya is an entrepreneur and polo player. He is also the grandson of former Maharashtra Chief Minister Sushilkumar Shinde and the brother of actor Veer Pahariya.
Although Shikhar has attracted considerable public attention because of his association with Janhvi, he has his own interests in business and sport.
Janhvi, meanwhile, has continued to build her career in Indian cinema. The actor, daughter of late filmmaker Boney Kapoor and the late Sridevi, made her acting debut in 2018 and has since appeared in films across different genres.
Her latest comments bring greater clarity to a relationship that has been the subject of speculation for years. While she has now confirmed that she and Shikhar are dating, her response on marriage makes it clear that, for the moment, the couple is not rushing towards a wedding.