The Bollywood rumour mill went into overdrive recently, with actor Kartik Aaryan finding himself at the centre of dating speculation involving a mystery woman. The buzz, which originated from a Reddit post, suggested a possible connection with a UK-based student named Karina Kubiliute.
How the Speculation Started
Eagle-eyed internet users on Reddit kicked off the frenzy. They pointed out a curious coincidence: both Kartik Aaryan and Karina Kubiliute had posted Instagram stories that featured what looked like the same beach location. Adding fuel to the fire were identical-looking towels seen in the background of their respective posts. The digital sleuthing intensified when it was noted that Kartik had briefly followed Karina on Instagram, only to unfollow her soon after.
Karina was quick to address the swirling rumours. She updated her Instagram bio with a clear denial, stating "I don't know Kartik". Despite this, the curiosity among fans and netizens only grew, leading to a deep dive into her online presence.
The Latest Hotel Revelation
Just as the online speculation seemed to be settling, a fresh report has added a new twist to the tale. According to HT City, both Kartik Aaryan and Karina Kubiliute were staying at the same luxury hotel in Goa during the first week of January. A source confirmed to the publication, "Yes, Kartik and the other guest were guests at Goa's St Regis hotel at the same time earlier this week."
However, another source was quick to clarify a crucial detail, emphasising that "The two stayed in different rooms." When approached for a comment, the management of the hotel declined, citing their strict privacy policies for guests.
Fallout and Fan Frenzy
The rumour storm had immediate consequences for Karina Kubiliute's social media presence. As discussions raged online, a flood of users visited her Instagram profile, boosting her follower count dramatically. She now commands approximately 28,000 followers. In the midst of the buzz, several unverified reports described her as an 18-year-old student of Lithuanian origin living in the UK, while some older social media posts led others to speculate she might be 17.
On the professional front, Kartik Aaryan was last seen on screen in the film 'Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri' alongside actress Ananya Panday. The actor has not publicly addressed the recent rumours linking him to Karina.
