Entertainment: Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut has often remained in the spotlight, not just for her films but also for her outspoken nature and personal life. Known as the “gossip queen,” she has never shied away from discussing her struggles openly, which continues to attract attention.
In the early 2000s, there were rumors that Kangana was in a relationship with actor Aditya Pancholi. Years later, in 2019, she filed an FIR against him, accusing him of abuse and rape. According to media reports, Kangana claimed she even sought help from his wife Zarina Wahab. At that time, Kangana was only 17 years old, which is why she alleged that Pancholi tried to exploit her. Pancholi, however, denied the charges and challenged the case in the Bombay High Court, accusing Kangana of attempting to frame him.
Speaking about that difficult period, Kangana recalled how helpless she felt as a minor. “I was a year younger than his daughter. I was underage, and everything was new for me. I remember going to his wife and pleading for help. I told her, ‘Please save me, I am younger than your daughter, I am underage, and I cannot tell my parents.’”
Kangana has also been linked with Hrithik Roshan. During the shooting of Krrish 3, she claimed the two were dating. However, Hrithik repeatedly denied these allegations and even stated in an interview with Hindustan Times that there was no legal case between them, adding that under Indian law, one cannot pursue legal action against someone for mere personal claims.
Over the years, Kangana has faced trolling for allegedly being involved with married men. Responding to these criticisms in a conversation with Hotterfly, she highlighted the deeply ingrained sexism in society. “People always rush to blame women. When an ambitious young woman is pursued by a married man with children, she is judged as the one at fault. This mindset is wrong. Instead of holding men accountable, society targets women—whether it’s by blaming a rape victim for her clothes or for staying out late. Such thinking is a reflection of flawed mentality,” she said.
On the professional front, Kangana was last seen in the film Emergency, in which she not only played a key role but also directed the project. At present, she does not have any film commitments and is more active in politics.