Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan has found himself at the centre of online speculation after photos from his recent Goa vacation began circulating on social media, fuelling rumours about him dating a girl some users claim is 17 years old.
Images shared by the actor showing him relaxing by the beach prompted users on platforms such as Twitter and Reddit to suggest that he may not have been vacationing alone.
Netizens claimed that a woman, described online as a “mystery girl” appeared to have posted photos from what looked like the same beach location around the same time.
Users from Twitter and Reddit linked a woman identified as Karina Kubiliute to the actor’s recent vacation snaps, alleging overlapping visuals.
Social media users pointed to what they described as visual similarities between the images, including matching beach loungers, shoreline angles, towel placements, and the overall layout of the resort area.
Some Reddit threads went further, alleging that both individuals were staying at the same resort, based solely on these perceived overlaps.
The speculation intensified when unverified claims began circulating online asserting that the girl is 17 years old. These assertions were reposted across multiple platforms, sparking debate and backlash.
An Indian user on X hit out at the Bollywood actor and wrote on X, “Meet Kartik Aryan. He is 37 years old and dating a 17-year-old girl. This is another Bollywood hero who is a pedo. He is ruining the minds of our young children. He is made to ruin our childhood memories. He ruined best movie bhul bhulaiya. He ruined our childhood favorite song saat samundar paar. He is already working to ruin tha aashiqi Franchise.”
Another user shared a grab of what looked like a conversation of the actor with a unidentified girl, and captioned it, “Kartik Aryan has always been like this.”
Another user lashing out at him wrote, “So this Kartik Aryan is also a PEDOPHILE and after being caught he unfollowed her, no wonder why Janhvi and Sara shade him that ‘he’s everyones ex.”
However, none of the claims regarding her age or her relationship with the actor have been confirmed by credible news organisations.
Adding to the online chatter, users noted that Aaryan and the account allegedly linked to the woman appeared to unfollow each other after the rumours gained traction. This, too, remains speculative and unverified.
Neither Kartik Aaryan nor his representatives have issued any official statement addressing the rumours. The woman in question has also not commented publicly, and no authoritative source has confirmed any details regarding her age or the nature of her association with the actor.
At present, the discussion remains confined to social media speculation. In the absence of substantiated evidence or official comment, the rumours should not be treated as fact. Fans and observers continue to debate online, but the claims remain unverified buzz rather than confirmed news.
In an age where social media blurs boundaries between private and public life, unverified rumours can quickly escalate into serious conversations about safety, power imbalance, and moral responsibility.
While no claims are being made in this instance, it is an unfortunate reality that grooming and abuse have become increasingly prevalent in digital spaces, where young women and men are more vulnerable to attention from significantly older individuals.
Online platforms often normalise large age gaps by masking them as harmless friendships, mentorships, or glamour-driven associations, making it harder for younger people to recognise manipulation.
The imbalance of experience, influence, and authority in such dynamics can lead to emotional harm, exploitation, and long-term psychological consequences. Meeting much older individuals online carries inherent risks, especially when admiration, fame, or validation are involved, as these factors can cloud judgement and consent.
At a time when conversations around child protection, consent, and pedophilia are more urgent than ever, it is crucial to approach such discussions with sensitivity, caution, and a commitment to safeguarding minors—rather than sensationalism or speculation.