Who Is Kaaran Dhanak? Bigg Boss OTT 2 Star Jiyaa Shankar Gets Engaged To US-Based Businessman

Television actor Jiyaa Shankar has announced her engagement to US-based businessman Kaaran Dhanak, ending months of dating speculation. While Kaaran keeps a low profile away from the entertainment industry, the couple's emotional proposal photos have won hearts and drawn congratulatory wishes.

By: Bhumi Vashisht
Last Updated: August 6, 2026 09:42:39 IST

Television actress Jiyaa Shankar finally kind of put an end to months of guessing about her personal life by saying she’s engaged to Kaaran Dhanak. The 31-year-old shared a whole lot of heartfelt photos from the proposal on social media so fans could actually witness that special moment, right there. Her post got plenty of love and warm wishes from fans too, and also from fellow celebrities. Even if Jiyaa is a pretty well-known name in the entertainment world, her fiancé prefers to stay in the background and keeps a low profile, away from the spotlight. 

Kaaran Dhanak Stays Away From The Spotlight Despite Being Engaged To Jiyaa Shankar

Even after getting engaged to popular television actor Jiyaa Shankar, Kaaran Dhanak has chosen to stay away from the limelight. Unlike those from the entertainment industry, he prefers leading a private life and keeping a low profile. This is one of the reasons why Jiyaa kept their relationship out of the public eye for a long time. 



From New Year Rumours To Engagement: How Jiyaa Shankar And Kaaran Dhanak’s Relationship Unfolded

Rumors about Jiyaa Shankar’s relationship started floating around earlier this year, pretty much right after she celebrated New Year with Kaaran. Even though she didn’t really show his face in the photos she posted, fans were fast with that whole “connect the dots” thing, and somehow they still managed to spot him. And then, finally, the duo made it official, with a sweet engagement and a very heartfelt moment that didn’t feel rushed at all. Jiyaa’s emotional proposal photos then went viral almost instantly, and fans as well as several celebrities jumped onto social media, sending all kinds of congratulations to the couple.

What Does Kaaran Dhanak Do? A Look At The U.S.-Based Entrepreneur’s Professional Life

Professionally, Kaaran has made a name for himself as a businessman based in the United States. Unlike Jiyaa, he isn’t tied to the entertainment space at all, and he pretty much prefers to stay on his entrepreneurial track. As per reports, he owns and runs a hookah parlour in the U.S. While he does keep a low profile, Kaaran has built his path on his own and continues to lend a hand to Jiyaa as she climbs toward new milestones in her acting career.

Jiyaa Shankar Shares Heartfelt Proposal Moments As Fans Celebrate The Couple’s Engagement

Even though Jiyaa Shankar and Kaaran Dhanak have announced their engagement, the couple still hasn’t said exactly when they plan to tie the knot. For the moment, they seem to be soaking in this special period of their relationship and, well, quietly getting ready to start a fresh journey together. The proposal photos, packed with feeling and affection, quickly caught on with fans on social media. 

Also Read: Who Is Jiya Shankar? Bigg Boss OTT 2 Star Gets Engaged To US-Based Businessman Kaaran Dhanak – See Pics!

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