After a romantic-looking photo of Ashish Chanchlani and Elli AvrRam went viral, sparking dating rumours, the duo clarified during an Instagram Live that they are not in a relationship. The image was part of a promotional campaign for their music video Chandaniya. Chanchlani explained the post was meant as a prank for his followers and jokingly said dating Elli would be like putting his hand in a lion’s mouth. Both expressed gratitude for the support but confirmed the speculation was unfounded.
Social media recently lit up with buzz around content creator Ashish Chanchlani and actor Elli AvrRam after the two shared a romantic-looking photo on Instagram. In the image posted on July 12, Chanchlani was seen carrying AvrRam, who held a bouquet of roses, while his caption read “finally.” This single word was enough to send fans into a frenzy, with many interpreting it as a relationship announcement.
However, both Chanchlani and AvrRam have since addressed the speculation, making it clear that they are not romantically involved. The photo was, in fact, a promotional stunt for their newly released music video Chandaniya.
Instagram Live: Clearing the Air
The duo took to Instagram Live to acknowledge the overwhelming response their picture received and to clarify their relationship status. Chanchlani explained that the post was intended as a light-hearted prank for his audience, who are familiar with his comic style. He admitted they hadn’t anticipated such an intense reaction from the public and media.
Maintaining his humorous tone, Chanchlani joked that the idea of dating Elli was unthinkable for him. He likened the experience of working with her to “putting your hand in a lion’s mouth,” and emphasized how challenging but rewarding the collaboration had been. Despite the fun, he made it clear that there was no romantic angle between them.
AvrRam also commented on the response, saying she was taken aback by how quickly the image went viral. While she didn’t expect such widespread attention, she found it heartening to see so many people showing support. She reiterated that they are not dating and that the rumours were unfounded.
Warm Reception to ‘Chandaniya’
The music video Chandaniya features Chanchlani and AvrRam in a soulful portrayal of unspoken love. Composed by Mithoon, sung by Vishal Mishra, and written by Sayeed Quadri, the track has been praised for its emotional depth and the strong on-screen chemistry between the two. Fans flooded the comments with appreciation for their performances, further fueling the initial dating rumours.
During the live session, Chanchlani noted that while Elli’s parents were aware of the truth, many friends and acquaintances had reached out with congratulations, mistaking the photo for a genuine announcement. He even jokingly asked AvrRam if she had ever considered dating him for real after the incident, to which she responded with a look that quickly ended the joke.
