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This week, a seemingly sweet birthday wish from television star Tejasswi Prakash to her boyfriend, Karan Kundrra, has become the talk of the town, with fans convinced it was a masterfully crafted—and utterly savage—rebuttal to his ex-girlfriend, Anusha Dandekar.
The drama unfolded on Thursday, as Tejasswi took to Instagram to celebrate Karan’s birthday. She shared a collection of candid, goofy, and intimate pictures and videos of the couple, showcasing their playful and loving relationship. While the visuals were heartwarming, it was her caption that sent the internet into a frenzy. “The only right swipe he does now,” she wrote, followed by a laughing emoji. “To the man of my dreams, happy birthday @kkundrra.”
On the surface, it’s a modern, cheeky reference to dating app culture. However, for those following the recent gossip, the “swipe” comment was loaded with meaning. Fans immediately connected Tejasswi’s words to a recent and very public claim made by Karan’s ex, VJ and host Anusha Dandekar. In a recent episode of her podcast, “Unverified,” while promoting a dating app, Anusha dropped a bombshell about a former partner. She alleged that this ex, who was part of the same promotional campaign, had used the dating app to meet and talk to other women while they were still in a relationship. She went on to claim she later discovered he was “sleeping with all of Mumbai.”
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While Anusha never mentioned Karan Kundrra by name, the timeline and context led many to believe she was referring to him, reigniting conversations about their bitter breakup. Their long-term relationship ended acrimoniously, with Anusha hinting at infidelity and being lied to.
In this context, Tejasswi’s “only right swipe” caption was interpreted by their massive fanbase, known as ‘TejRan’ supporters, as anything but a coincidence. They saw it as a deliberate and powerful clapback, subtly defending her partner while throwing shade at the recent allegations. The comment section of her post exploded with fans lauding her “savage” move.
“Ufff, your caption!” one user wrote, while another commented, “Caption IYKYK,” (if you know, you know). The sentiment was clear, with another fan writing, “Caption!!! No @anushadandekar hurt here.” The praise for her bold and protective stance was overwhelming, with comments like, “Broooo, that was rude. Do it again!” and “This is savage, bro!” flooding the post.
The relationship between Karan and Tejasswi, which blossomed in the high-pressure environment of the Bigg Boss 15 house, has been a fan favorite since its inception. Their journey from housemates to a committed couple has been closely followed, and their supporters are fiercely protective of them. This latest incident has only solidified Tejasswi’s image in their eyes as a loyal and fearless partner.
Neither Tejasswi nor Karan has directly addressed the fan theories, letting the caption speak for itself. But in the world of social media, where every word is scrutinised, this birthday wish has become much more than a simple message of love. It’s a masterclass in modern celebrity communication—a subtle, powerful statement that has fans cheering and has firmly placed the ball back in the court of public opinion.
