Television actress Jiya Shankar recently revisited a deeply personal and emotional chapter from her life, offering fans a raw glimpse into her past struggles with a toxic relationship. The revelations came to light during her time inside the controversial reality show, 'Bigg Boss OTT 2' in 2023.
Confronting a Year of Suffering in the Bigg Boss House
In a candid conversation with fellow contestants Jad Hadid and Avinash Sachdev, Jiya Shankar bravely detailed the emotional turmoil of being trapped in a damaging relationship. She described her former partner as 'super jealous and obsessive', a dynamic that led to a full year of intense suffering before she could find a way out.
"I knew he was not the person I wanted to be with, but I was so much in love that I just couldn't get out," Jiya confessed. She revealed the profound mental toll it took, stating she was 'so disturbed' during that phase that she would pray daily for divine intervention to escape the situation. Despite friends and family, including Avinash Sachdev who witnessed her struggle, trying to make her see reason, she felt powerless to leave for an entire year.
Finding Peace and Setting Boundaries
The conversation with Jad Hadid also touched upon her life after that painful breakup. Jiya shared that she had been in and out of a few relationships since, but none lasted. This journey led her to a significant personal revelation: overcoming the fear of loneliness.
"I thought I can't be alone, I want somebody... but things changed, and I've made peace with myself," she stated, highlighting her journey towards self-sufficiency and emotional independence. The actress also laid out a clear personal boundary, identifying staying friends with ex-partners as a 'red flag' for her, preferring to avoid potential emotional chaos.
Shutting Down Speculation: No Engagement with Abhishek Malhan
In a separate but related development, Jiya Shankar has actively addressed persistent rumours linking her romantically with fellow 'Bigg Boss OTT 2' contestant Abhishek Malhan, popularly known as Fukra Insaan. Speculation about dating and even a secret engagement had been circulating among fans.
Jiya put these rumours to rest decisively via her Instagram Stories. She shared a selfie where a mystery man, whose face was not visible, kissed her on the forehead. Alongside the picture, she wrote a clear message: "Let’s leave false rumours in 2025!". This statement served as a firm denial of any romantic involvement or engagement plans with Abhishek Malhan.
Adding to the intrigue, she later posted a short video on Instagram where she was seen walking hand-in-hand with an unidentified man, his face again hidden. The clip, set to the song 'Dil Tu Jaan Tu' and captioned with a simple red heart emoji, sparked curiosity but offered no further explanation. These posts collectively signal that while Jiya is possibly seeing someone, it is definitively not Abhishek Malhan, and she values her privacy.
Years after enduring that difficult period of her life, Jiya Shankar appears to have emerged calmer and more grounded. Her willingness to discuss past vulnerabilities on a public platform like Bigg Boss and her direct approach to quashing rumours reflect a person who has navigated significant personal growth and is now focused on her peace and boundaries.
