Did Shivangi Joshi just respond to Kushal Tandon’s breakup confirmation with a cryptic post?

Actor Kushal Tandon has officially put all speculations to rest by confirming his breakup with Barsatein – Mausam Pyaar Ka co-star Shivangi Joshi. While the rumour mill had been buzzing for months, it was their social media activity—particularly unfollowing each other—that raised eyebrows. Now, Kushal’s late-night note has made it clear: the two parted ways five months ago.

In a now-deleted Instagram Story posted around 2:30 am on Sunday, Kushal wrote, “To all the people I love, jus wanted to say, me and Shivangi are not together any more, it’s been 5 months so yes (sic)." Although he removed the post within minutes, the message was enough to confirm the end of their relationship.

Meanwhile, Shivangi has chosen not to speak directly about the split. However, she did post a cryptic quote that many believe reveals her emotional state. The Instagram Story read, “Babygirl, love yourself a little extra right now. You’re balancing so much, handling things no one sees, and doing your best. Give yourself grace.” The post seemed to resonate deeply with fans, who interpreted it as a quiet reflection following her breakup.

The couple first met on the sets of Barsatein in mid-2023. Their onscreen pairing quickly blossomed into a real-life romance, and by October, Kushal had publicly acknowledged their relationship. At that time, he told Times of India he was “definitely in love” with Shivangi, though marriage wasn’t on his immediate agenda. He even joked that his mother would have him married the next day if she could, adding that his parents had stopped looking for a match once Shivangi entered his life.

There were even rumours of an engagement earlier this year, but both Kushal and Shivangi had dismissed them publicly.

With Kushal’s confirmation and Shivangi’s reflective post, the breakup is now public, though both seem to be navigating it in their own quiet ways. What remains clear is that their brief romance, once adored by fans, has come to an end—with dignity, silence, and a few cryptic words.