In the age of social media, a single click—or lack thereof—is often enough to spark a full-blown Bollywood controversy. The latest buzz surrounded filmmaker Farah Khan and the star she launched, Deepika Padukone, after reports of them "unfollowing" each other on Instagram went viral. Coupled with Farah's humorous, yet widely misinterpreted, comment on Deepika's reported new eight-hour work shift after motherhood, the rumour mill went into overdrive, suggesting a serious rift between the mentor and her protégé.

However, Farah Khan has now stepped forward to put the gossip to rest, revealing the simple, yet surprising, truth: their relationship is so rock-solid, it bypasses the need for public digital validation.

The Truth Behind the 'Unfollow' Frenzy

The crux of the controversy was the alleged social media severance, but Farah Khan dismissed the notion of an online fallout, explaining that she and Deepika Padukone were never actually following each other on Instagram in the first place.

In a recent clarification to the media, Farah revealed a sweet, old-school pact they made while shooting their second film together, Happy New Year. The two decided that they would intentionally avoid public communication on Instagram, preferring to connect via private direct messages and phone calls instead. This explains the glaring absence of public birthday wishes and constant social media interactions that often fuel celebrity news cycles. Their choice to prioritize a genuine, private bond over the optics of a public digital friendship is a powerful reminder that not every relationship needs an Amen in the comments section to be real.

Adding fuel to the fire was a playful remark Farah made in one of her popular vlogs about Deepika’s restricted work hours. Following the actress’s recent announcement of a new baby girl, Dua, and subsequent reports of her demanding a shorter, eight-hour workday for work-life balance, Farah's comment was immediately interpreted as a subtle "dig."

Farah, known for her sharp wit, clarified that the comment was actually an inside joke directed at her own cook, Dilip, and not meant to criticize Deepika. The filmmaker explained that the joke was intended to make Dilip suggest a longer workday for himself. This instance perfectly illustrates how a piece of lighthearted Bollywood banter can be stripped of its context and weaponized for online drama, unnecessarily creating "fake controversies" that can genuinely strain relationships.

Real Life over Instagram Likes

Farah Khan stressed that their real-life bond remains completely unaffected by the buzz. To prove the strength of their connection, she revealed a truly personal detail, confirming that she was among the very first people to visit Deepika and Ranveer Singh after the birth of their daughter.

The clarity from both sides—Farah's detailed explanation and Deepika's public affirmation with a simple "Amen" to her mentor’s statement—serves as a clear message to the industry and fans alike: celebrity relationships are not always governed by public-facing social media activity. In a world obsessed with likes and followers, the enduring friendship between the director who gave Deepika her debut and the global star she has become is a powerful testament to authentic connection that thrives away from the digital spotlight.
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