When Rana Daggubati admitted he dated 'Karuppu' actress and 'decade old friend' Trisha Krishnan: 'Things didn't work out'

Years before Trisha Krishnan's name became linked with Thalapathy Vijay, it was Rana Daggubati who openly acknowledged their romance with grace, warmth, and zero bitterness. In an industry where celebrity relationships are routinely denied, deflected, or dissolved into PR-friendly non-answers, Rana Daggubati did something quietly remarkable. Seated on the 'Koffee With Karan' couch before Karan Johar, alongside SS Rajamouli and Prabhas during Season 6, he simply told the truth and did it with a maturity that made the moment stand out long after the episode aired.

What Rana Daggubati said about Trisha Krishnan

When Karan Johar brought up the longstanding speculation about Rana and Trisha during the rapid-fire round, there was no deflection, no awkward laughter, and no careful media-trained sidestep. Rana addressed it directly and warmly.





"She has been my friend for a decade. We have been friends for a long time and even dated. But, I guess, things didn't work out," he said.

While Daggubati did not dwell on details, he made clear that the friendship between the two had survived whatever the romance could not.

More about Rana Daggubati and Trisha Krishnan

The rumours surrounding Rana Daggubati and Trisha Krishnan stretched across several years, becoming one of the most persistently discussed off-screen equations in South Indian cinema. Both actors, however, maintained their silence with impressive consistency, neither confirming nor dramatically denying what fans and media had long suspected.

Their names continued to resurface periodically whenever old photographs, interview clips, or public appearance footage began circulating online. The on-and-off nature of the speculation kept the curiosity alive, even as both actors went about their professional lives without feeding the narrative.

Rana Daggubati on personal front

In August 2020, Rana Daggubati married entrepreneur and interior designer Miheeka Bajaj in an intimate ceremony that stood out for its warmth and simplicity amid an extraordinary global moment. Rana has spoken fondly of his marriage in interviews since.

Trisha Krishnan on the personal front

Trisha Krishnan, for her part, has remained characteristically private about her personal life. That silence, however, has not stopped the rumour mill especially recently. The actress is currently at the centre of fresh speculation linking her romantically with Thalapathy Vijay, the superstar who recently became the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.

The buzz gained significant momentum after Trisha Krishnan attended Vijay's swearing-in ceremony in Chennai. Her presence at what was a highly public and politically significant event immediately became a topic of intense discussion among fans and entertainment media alike. The two share an undeniable on-screen history, most notably their much-celebrated pairing in the 2023 blockbuster 'Leo' and their chemistry has long been a talking point among fans of both stars.

Rana Daggubati and Trisha Krishnan on work front

Daggubati was last seen in 'Kaantha' with Dulquer Salmaan and Bhagyashri Borse. Trisha Krishnan will be seen in 'Karuppu' with Suriya, slated for a release on May 13, 2026.

As of now, neither Trisha nor Vijay has officially confirmed or commented on the relationship rumours.Get the latest entertainment updates from the Times of India, along with the latest Hindi movies, upcoming Hindi movies in 2026 , and Telugu movies.”