This mere surfacing of gossip is hardly surprising. When are actors not linked to one another socially or romantically? There are many things which can be said about Kriti Sanon, but one impossible word to describe her, is as a backbiting sycophant of the latest celebrity fad. The inevitable speculation that would transpire from the casual social buzz surrounding her recent appearances is unsettling. From what I have seen of her, it would be hard to accurately characterize her in a narrative that included the word "promiscuous" with any level of seriousness. However, not being a member of the jaded swan society of upcoming starlets, the notion won’t affect me and could be in error too. And will this stigma be of any consequence to their reputations. Kriti is famous-well known for her public manifestentions but has always manage to remain silent about who she associates herself with in her personal life. Kabir Bahia is brand owner, entrepreneur according to LinkedIn but it was surprising to learn that he had fans. It seems he has developed a small but loyal following with his clean opti-motivational feed. As the Ashtanga and Vinyasa Yoga had a few months in the news towards the end of 2022, I check both these platforms to see if there was anything skittish about the notion that Kriti and Kabir could be somehow linked. In there from january 2020 till february 2023, on those brief moments in shared social networks the pair do seem more connected in an unknown mutual context, but who can say for sure. From laughing over drinks at a private party in Mumbai, to being photographed walking out of the same restaurant mere minutes apart, the rumour mill has produced clues that something other than friendship may be brewing! Insiders say they first bonded via mutual friends in the fashion and fitness world, then gradually transitioned to something else! Whether it's a romantic relationship or just a really close connection, is unclear, but what is clear is that Kriti and Kabir are getting the most attention as the latest potential power couple in Bollywood. As fans continue to speculate, the question remains: are they exclusively "good friends," or is there a love story that is ready to be uncovered under the spotlights of the glamour industry?
1. Kriti Sanon (born 27 July 1990, New Delhi) is a prominent Indian film actress and entrepreneur. Starting as an engineer-turned-model, Kriti debuted in Telugu cinema with 1: Nenokkadine (2014) and gained fame in Bollywood with Heropanti (2014), winning the Filmfare Best Debut award. Kriti is known for her versatility, delivering hits like Bareilly Ki Barfi, Luka Chuppi, Dilwale, and Housefull 4. In 2021, she won the National Film Award and Filmfare Best Actress for her powerful performance as a surrogate mother in, Mimi. In 2024, she starred in the sci-fi rom-com Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya and the heist comedy Crew, both box-office hits. As well as acting, Kriti owns the clothing brand Ms. Taken, fitness start-up The Tribe, skincare company Hyphen, and a film production company Blue Butterfly Films.
2. Kabir Bahia (b. 20 Nov 1999) is a 25-year-old entrepreneur in aviation and tourism, based in London. He founded Worldwide Aviation & Tourism Ltd. in 2020 and provides airline representation and expanding services in the UK. He is the son of Kuljinder Bahia, owner of Southall Travel, one of the UK’s largest travel agencies, and Kabir comes from a family with an estimated fortune of over ₹4,000 crore. Kabir has a Millfield School education and graduated from Millfield School in Somerset (2018) and Regent's University London in business and marketing. Kabir is very well connected in Indian celebrity circles (and cricket). He is believed to be distantly related to cricketer MS Dhoni via his wife Sakshi, and is close to Hardik Pandya, having spent time at a number of high-profile celebrations, including the wedding of Pandya.
3. Bollywood actress Kriti Sanon became a hot topic on social media on Monday, July 14, following her appearance on the last day of the third Test match between England and India at the historic Lord's Cricket Ground in London. Planning an evening match at Lord's was impressive; Kriti enjoyed casually yet stylishly, which garnered attention from both cricket fans and fans of Bollywood. Her presence at such an iconic sports venue remained a buzz online, with fans sharing images and videos of her enjoying herself in the stands. There were many fans praising her for supporting Team India and the sport of cricket. Kriti's presence added a sprinkle of glam to the cricketing occasion and her candid moments from the day's action went viral making her a peak moment in the day’s sporting action.
4. A recent sighting of Kriti Sanon sitting next to London-based businessman Kabir Bahia on day three of the third Test between England and India at Lord's Cricket Ground has raised more eyebrows and speculation about the connection between the two. After all, it doesn’t take much for sharp-eyed fans and the paparazzi to connect the dots when they happen to see celebrity figures who are presumed single—together! Although neither Kiaran or Kabir have confirmed they are in a relationship, their obvious comfort with each other, in addition to the other sightings that predated that day of the cricket match, caused a stir on social media. Many fan pages and some gossip sites published images and videos that included them at the match. They are most definitely connected in their singular outing. This closing chapter of their public outing only brings more speculation about Kriti's love life.
5. Kriti Sanon and Kabir Bahia appeared to be very comfortable around each other as they enjoyed the exciting final day of the third Test match between England and India at Lord's. They were seen smiling, sharing laughs and animated conversation, and they appeared to be comfy around each other. Their smiling faces and relaxed togs did not go unnoticed by fans and passersby alike. They seemed genuinely engaged in the match were were frequently cheering for Team India, laughing and paying close attention to each other. Kriti appeared to smile whole enjoying herself and Kabir seemed to attend closely to Kriti and the match. All of this is very cute in terms of a public display of their liking for each other, yet also for their support of the Indian team. Their strong on-screen chemistry and vibrant support for the Indian team only fuelled their dating rumours further and made them the centre of both cricket and celebrity discussions on social media.
6. Kriti Sanon and Kabir Bahia shared a natural comfortability, catching the gaze of fans who immediately began to notice chemistry at their recent appearance at Lord's Cricket Ground. Some pictures and video clips showing their smiling faces, at ease body language and excited emotions have circulated quickly across social media. Fans and gossip started spreading it around, noticing the ease and affection, with many noting it felt deeply natural. Fans were circulating their posts, suggesting they might be more than friends. Fan pages and entertainment handles flooded with activity and opinions as some dubbed them the newest “It” couple. The conversations were a lively mix as fans highlighted sparks in their adolescent awkwardness, sharing evidence indicating the two had something developing.
7. Kriti Sanon brought her signature practicality to the cricket ground, mixing glamour with casual chic and style with sport in a fashionable way that turned heads. Kriti rocked a cropped sleeveless utility jacket that was shaped, had wide epaulettes and snap-fasten pockets, so there was plenty of utility. The utility jacket, in neutral tones, was the right amount of edgy while still being appropriate for a laid-back sport's day. She kept drying to a minimum with the accessories, and her makeup was natural and soft, which made her outfit understated. This fashionable outfit complemented the match's energy while securing Kriti's position as a style icon, who had several fans at the venue and on social media accounts.
8. Bollywood’s glamorous couple Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna added to the celebrity buzz when they were also spotted enjoying the final day of the third Test between England and India at Lord’s Cricket Ground, making it an even more stellar event for the fans of cricket and cinema. They seemed delighted to be snapped with spectators and in some photos, they were posing with former Indian cricket coach Ravi Shastri. The photos immediately went viral, with fans cheering when they saw both Bollywood and cricket share scenes at Lord’s. Along with other prominent figures such as Kriti Sanon, the match was providing its own proverbial show of glitz and glamour, mixed with cricket.
9. This is not the first time Kriti Sanon and Kabir Bahia have provoked relationship rumors with their public presence. In February 2025, they were seen at a close friend's wedding in Bengaluru, which immediately raised eyebrows. A viral clip posted of the evening showed the couple in matching black outfits that appeared to have been coordinated. Though a lot of the clip showed Kriti and Kabir being restrained, there was a romantic undertone that went viral and caught the attention of the social media user community - where Kabir was seen getting hugs from Kriti during the wedding celebration. There were a lot of subtle cues in their gestures sparking relationship speculation with web users. Fans and columnists quickly picked up on the chemistry with fans speculating that a Bollywood star cross-bred with a businessman from London may be a special event for their futures.
10. Kabir Bahia, who keeps a low profile, is based in London and hardly ever makes public appearances. Although neither he nor Kriti has publicly discussed the romance rumors, their frequent outings, intimate holiday photos, and now this new cricket match outing have only increased the gossip covering their romance. Reports indicate that the couple rang in 2025 together at a quiet New Year's party. Kriti is often seen flying off to foreign destinations, allegedly to be with Kabir. Quite apart from their age difference—Kriti is 34 and Kabir is rumoured to be 26—their relationship is said to be as strong as ever, with speculation circulating that they could even get married by the end of the year.
