Mumbai: Bollywood actor and producer Jackky Bhagnani has found himself at the center of a massive social media storm. This comes after an alleged screenshot of his profile on the highly exclusive dating app, Raya, surfaced online. The viral image has left fans and netizens bewildered, especially given his recent high-profile marriage to actress Rakul Preet Singh.
Which screenshot sparked the rumors?
The controversy erupted when a Reddit user shared a screenshot. The image clearly displays a profile under the name ‘Jackky’. The location mentioned in the image of London, United Kingdom, with the profession ‘Actor/Peoducer’. Intriguingly, sharp-eyed netizens quickly pointed out a glaring typo in the bio.
Is it authentic?
While the authenticity of the profile remains unverified, it has instantly reignited intense public interest in ‘Raya.’ Because, unlike conventional dating platforms, Raya is a notoriously private, membership-based application tailored exclusively for celebrities, and high-profile industry insiders. Getting onto the platform requires a multi-layered application process. a committee review, and a high-status referral, making the presence of a married Bollywood star highly controversial.
What was the ‘Situationship’ controversy?
This is not the first time Jackky’s relationship status has raised eyebrows. Just a few months ago, in April, the actor faced significant public backlash after an interview with a prominent YouTube channel. Discussing his married life, Jackky stated, “Rakul and I are married, but we are in a sort of situationship.” He further attempted to explain that while they are legally exclusive, they maintain a highly open, conversational dynamic where they can discuss anything without judgment.
The unconventional use of the word ‘situationship’ led to widespread criticism and mockery online. It is a term typically reserved for undefined or casual romances.
What Rakul Preet Singh had cleared?
As the backlash intensified, his wife, Rakul Preet Singh, stepped in to defend him via her Instagram stories. Dismissing the controversy as a classic case of media sensationalism, she wrote: “We were laughing today at how a single line from a one-hour conversation gets turned into a headline. It’s funny… but not always. Context matters deeply. A conversation should be understood properly rather than just being turned into clickbait.”
Despite her previous clarification, this new dating app leak has once again put the couple’s relationship dynamic under the scanner. Neither Jackky Bhagnani nor Rakul Preet Singh has issued an official statement regarding the viral Raya profile, leaving fans to wonder whether it is an old account, a blatant fake, or something else entirely.
