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Priyadarshan and Pranav Mohanlal's link-up rumours has resurfaced repeatedly on social media, especially due to their strong on-screen pairing in the film Hridayam. The 2022 movie portrayed them as a married couple, and the bond their respective families share for each other. Despite repeated clarifications over time, the rumours about a possible relationship and even marriage have continued to circulate online.
Is Kalyani Priyadarshan Getting Married to Pranav Mohanlal? Lissy Responds to Rumours
The latest clarification came from former actress and Kalyani's mother Lissy Priyadarshan through a social media interaction. She had shared a festive Vishu greeting wishing her followers prosperity, health, and happiness. However, one user commented suggesting excitement about a possible wedding between Kalyani Priyadarshan and Pranav Mohanlal. Lissy responded promptly and directly, stating, “This is false news.” Her brief but firm reply effectively shut down the ongoing speculation.
This is not the first time the topic has been addressed. Director Alleppey Ashraf had earlier spoken about this in an interview, after the curiosity about their relationship had been generating buzz. He also mentioned that he had personally spoken to Lissy, who clarified that there is no romantic relationship between the two actors. According to those earlier remarks, Lissy described their bond as one of deep childhood friendship, comparing it to a sibling-like relationship. She said that they have known each other since childhood and share close family ties, which often gets misinterpreted by the public.
About Kalyani Priyadarshan and Pranav Mohanlal
The relationship between Kalyani Priyadarshan and Pranav Mohanlal has often been described as familial rather than romantic. Both come from prominent film families and have known each other since childhood. Kalyani has previously mentioned in interviews that she shares a close bond with Pranav, often referring to him as a friend she grew up with. She also recalled meeting him mainly during vacations and occasionally on film sets due to their families’ connections.
Their appearance together in Hridayam got love from fans. They portrayed a married couple, and their natural chemistry led many viewers to assume that they are a couple.On the professional front, Kalyani Priyadarshan continues to expand her career with promising projects. She is set to reprise her role in Lokah Chapter 2, which is scheduled to begin filming in September 2026. The film follows the massive success of Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra, which emerged as one of the highest-grossing Malayalam films. The sequel will feature Tovino Thomas in a leading role and is directed by Dominic Arun, with production handled by Dulquer Salmaan under Wayfarer Films. Pranav Mohanlal was last seen in Dies Irae (2025) a Malayalam horror-thriller directed by Rahul Sadasivan, the film went on to become a hit.