Bollywood actress Kriti Sanon, 34, turned heads at the high-octane UFC 321 event in Abu Dhabi on October 25, 2025, where she was spotted enjoying the “fight night madness” with her rumored boyfriend, UK-based entrepreneur Kabir Bahia, and co-star Varun Dhawan. The trio’s candid photos, shared by Kriti on Instagram, captured them soaking in the electric atmosphere at Etihad Arena, fueling fresh speculation about her personal life. Dressed in a stylish camo jacket and baggy denims, Kriti beamed alongside Bahia in a mauve jacket and Dhawan in a wine-red ensemble, her post garnering over 2 million likes in hours. This outing, amid Kriti’s busy schedule for Tere Ishq Mein and Housefull 5, highlights her effortless blend of work and play, captivating India’s 467 million social media users in the ₹101 billion entertainment industry.
A Trio of Thrills: Fight Night with Friends (and More?)
Kriti’s Instagram carousel opened with a group selfie of the three, all smiles amid the arena’s roar, captioned “Fight night energy in Abu Dhabi! Thrilled to witness the madness at UFC 321 with these 2!” The images exude casual camaraderie—Kriti sandwiched between Bahia and Dhawan in one frame, a beaming selfie with Bahia in another, and a candid shot of the duo sharing laughs. Her sister Nupur Sanon couldn’t resist commenting “My cuties!”—a nod that only amplified the romance whispers. The event, headlined by fights like Islam Makhachev vs. Arman Tsarukyan, provided the perfect backdrop for Kriti’s relaxed vibe, but fans zeroed in on her chemistry with Bahia, the founder of Worldwide Aviation and Tourism Limited, whose frequent joint appearances have kept dating rumors alive since their 2024 Diwali celebration.
The Rumored Romance: From Diwali Dates to UFC Dates
Kriti and Kabir’s bond has been the talk of the town since early 2025, with sightings at Mumbai’s high-end spots and a cozy Diwali bash in November 2024. The UFC outing, their first public appearance post-Diwali, added fuel: Netizens joked about Dhawan “third-wheeling” the pair, with comments like “Kabir third-wheeling Bhaskar and Anika’s date” referencing Kriti’s Bhediya character. One X user quipped, “Kritbir looks so good together,” while another noted, “Varun’s the friendly chaperone—love the vibe!” Neither has confirmed the relationship, but Kriti’s radiant smiles and Kabir’s protective arm around her speak volumes. Dhawan’s presence, as her Bhediya co-star, added a fun, platonic layer, with the trio’s easy banter evoking old friends relishing the chaos.
A Star’s Spotlight on Joyful Escapes
For Kriti, balancing Housefull 5 shoots and Tere Ishq Mein promotions, the Abu Dhabi getaway was a well-deserved breather. “Fight night vibes are unbeatable—grateful for these moments,” she captioned a story, her sister Nupur’s “My cuties!” fueling the family-endorsed romance narrative. Kabir, a low-key entrepreneur, complements Kriti’s high-profile life, their outings a refreshing contrast to Bollywood’s drama. Fans on X trended #KritiKabirUFC with 1 million posts, celebrating her “happy place”: “Kriti glowing—love wins!” In India’s 780-language diverse landscape, her unfiltered joy inspires, reminding stars that amid the grind, a good fight night (and company) recharges the soul.
A Fight for the Heart
Kriti Sanon’s UFC 321 outing isn’t gossip—it’s glee. With Kabir by her side and Varun’s laughs, it proves: In life’s ring, the best wins are the ones shared.
-By Manoj H