The infamous 2016 Bollywood feud has officially been reignited a decade later! Actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut has issued a fiery response to Hrithik Roshan after he weighed in on a viral social media trend that targeted her.
The digital drama, which initially stemmed from Kangana’s recent political clashes during the ongoing Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) student protests, took a wildly unexpected turn when Hrithik Roshan casually responded to an Instagram post demanding an apology for him. Kangana quickly retaliated, directly addressing Hrithik and even dragging his current girlfriend, Saba Azad, into the public crossfire.
Here is a complete breakdown of the viral trend, Hrithik’s cryptic comment, and Kangana’s explosive retaliation!
The Spark: Saurav Das and the ‘Apologise to Hrithik’ Trend
The controversy began when Kangana Ranaut locked horns with the youth-led Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) over the ongoing student protests regarding educational reforms. During the heated online exchange, Kangana targeted CJP spokesperson Saurav Das, labeling him as “totally useless and unemployed.”
In a subsequent interview with Barkha Dutt on The Mojo Story, Saurav Das quipped back with a humorous observation. “My friends were texting me and asking, ‘Why is she after your life?’ One of them said that I may look a little like a young Hrithik Roshan… Why should someone like her attack someone like me?” Saurav shared.
This offhand remark sent the internet into a frenzy. Social media users immediately began trending “We Need to Apologise to Hrithik Roshan,” turning public sentiment against Kangana and dragging up the duo’s infamous 2016 legal battle.
Hrithik Roshan Breaks His Silence
The trend gained massive traction when popular influencer Freddy Birdy shared an Instagram post stating, “The world owes an apology to Hrithik Roshan.”
To everyone’s surprise, Hrithik Roshan actually stepped into the comments section to share his philosophical take on the shifting public narrative.
Refusing to blindly accept the apology, Hrithik wrote:
“My friend, siding with ‘A’ just cause you don’t like ‘B’ anymore is a small part of the larger systemic issue plaguing our society. I’ll wait for when the context to it is the right one and motivated by facts. That would be fair. But then again, who cares anymore, right?”
Kangana’s Explosive Retaliation: “Stop Adding Fuel to the Fire”
Hrithik’s comment did not sit well with Kangana. Taking to her Instagram Stories on Saturday evening, she directly addressed her Krrish 3 co-star, advising him to back off and respect his current relationship with actor-musician Saba Azad.
Kangana wrote:
“Dear Hrithik, I am happy that you have found your perfect match, Saba Azad, and you both look great together. You are in a committed relationship, and it doesn’t suit you to tease a woman like this. Instead, you should condemn all those who are harassing and bullying me using your name.”
She didn’t stop there, firmly adding, “Stop adding fuel to the fire, and embarrassing your partner, hope better sense prevails and you stop making unreasonable comments 👍.”
A Decade of Bad Blood
For the unversed, the animosity between the two actors dates back to 2016 when Kangana referred to Hrithik as a “silly ex” during an interview. Hrithik vehemently denied they had ever been romantically involved and subsequently filed a police complaint, alleging that an imposter had been emailing Kangana from a fake ID. Kangana retaliated, claiming they had a real relationship and that Hrithik himself provided the email address. The scandal resulted in a massive legal and public battle marked by leaked emails, exchanged legal notices, and relentless mudslinging.
With this latest exchange of words in 2026, it is clear that the bad blood between the two superstars is far from settled. Will Hrithik Roshan respond to Kangana’s latest remarks, or will he maintain a dignified silence?
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the ‘Apologise to Hrithik’ trend?
The trend started after CJP spokesperson Saurav Das joked that Kangana Ranaut was targeting him during the student protests because he resembled a “young Hrithik Roshan.” This led netizens to trend “We Need to Apologise to Hrithik Roshan” as a dig at Kangana over her 2016 feud with the actor.
2. How did Hrithik Roshan react to the trend?
Hrithik commented on an influencer’s post, stating that siding with him just because people are currently angry with Kangana is part of a “larger systemic issue.” He said he would wait for apologies motivated by “facts” and the “right context.”
3. What did Kangana Ranaut say to Hrithik Roshan recently?
Kangana fired back on her Instagram Stories, telling Hrithik to stop “teasing” her and “adding fuel to the fire.” She namedropped his girlfriend, Saba Azad, asking Hrithik to stop making unreasonable comments and “embarrassing” his partner.
4. Are Hrithik Roshan and Saba Azad still together?
Yes, Hrithik Roshan and actor-musician Saba Azad are in a committed relationship. They made their relationship public at Karan Johar’s 50th birthday bash and frequently attend industry events together.
