Amruta Khanvilkar and Himanshu Malhotra have addressed the ongoing rumours surrounding their marriage, with the couple issuing a legal warning over unverified and defamatory claims.
Published: August 10, 2026, 9:33 AM IST
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Amruta Khanvilkar and Himanshu Malhotra have found themselves at the centre of new speculation about their marriageReports claiming that the couple have been living separately for around a year and a half recently sparked questions about whether their relationship had come to an endNow, the actors have addressed the reports, choosing to make one thing clear while keeping the details of their personal life privateThe couple have also taken a stronger step against what they describe as baseless and defamatory contentThrough a legal statement, Amruta and Himanshu have warned that action could be taken against those spreading unverified claims about their marriageThe development comes after days of speculation around their relationship.
Amruta Khanvilkar and Himanshu Malhotra address divorce rumours
Amruta Khanvilkar and Himanshu Malhotra have been married since January 2015 after dating for several yearsTheir relationship has often been in the public eye, particularly after they appeared together on Nach Baliye 7, which they went on to win.
Recent reports claimed that the couple had been living separately for around 18 monthsHowever, neither actor had officially announced a separation or divorceThe latest statement from the couple has now offered some clarity.
Amruta Khanvilkar and Himanshu Malhotra issues legal warning over defamatory claims
In their response, Amruta Khanvilkar and Himanshu Malhotra have taken a serious stand against individuals and platforms allegedly spreading misleading information about their personal lives.
The couple has warned that publishing or circulating false statements about their marriage could have legal consequences effective from August 10, 2026Their statement serves as a clear message that they intend to protect their privacy and reputation from what they consider defamatory content.
Their statement reads, “It has come to our attention that certain online, social media and digital platforms are circulating content concerning MsAmruta Khanvilkar and her personal life, which is baseless, defamatory and/or in violation of her privacy.” It further states, “Wherever supported by available evidence, appropriate legal action will be initiated against the individuals, entities or organisations responsible for creating, publishing, circulating or sharing such content, in accordance with applicable law. All such instances are being monitored and documented for appropriate legal recourse.”
Amruta Khanvilkar and Himanshu Malhotra’s relationship
Amruta Khanvilkar and Himanshu Malhotra first met during India’s Best Cinestars Ki Khoj and eventually began datingAfter several years together, they got married in 2015The couple later participated in Nach Baliye 7 and emerged as winners of the dance reality showA source close to the couple with Times of India reported, “Yes, Amruta and Himanshu have been living separately for the past year and a half, but there has been no conversation about a legal separation or divorceThey continue to share a warm friendship and remain in regular touch, discussing both personal matters and workTheir decision to live separately stemmed from a combination of factors, including financial considerations, differing career priorities and responsibilities towards their respective families.”
For now, the couple have confirmed only that they remain married and have chosen not to share further details
