Mumbai: A little baking and a holiday picture have given Bollywood fans a fresh reason to gossip! Ananya Panday’s latest Instagram story featuring Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna’s son Aarav Bhatia has sparked dating speculation, with fans wondering whether there is more to their outing.

The actress shared a glimpse of their time together in London, where the two posed with baked treats. Originally posted by a friend, the photograph made its way to Ananya’s Instagram Stories with the caption, “guys my baking is approved xx.”

Ananya Panday’s picture that got fans talking

In the photograph, Ananya and Aarav sit beside each other, holding up their treats for the camera. Ananya keeps her look casual in a brown hoodie, while Aarav wears a grey patterned cardigan and holds a container of muffins. The relaxed moment soon became a talking point online.

While the caption focused on Ananya’s baking skills, some fans began reading a romantic angle into the photograph. However, the picture itself offers no confirmation that the two are dating, and the buzz remains speculation.

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Aarav’s appearance also drew attention because he largely stays away from the spotlight. Unlike many star kids, he rarely shares personal updates or features in celebrity social media posts, making this holiday glimpse an unusual one for fans.

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For now, Ananya’s baking appears to have received approval. Whether there is anything more brewing between the two is a question the holiday photograph cannot answer.

According to reports, Ananya Panday has previously dated actor Aditya Roy Kapur (2022–2024) and Walker Blanco (2024–2026), whom she reportedly parted ways with in mid-2026.