Recently, speculations and stories around Alia Bhatt’s past relationships resurfaced, particularly her breakups with Sidharth Malhotra and Ali Dadarkar, which some attribute to her “manifestation” of a relationship with Ranbir Kapoor.

Fans first noticed the chemistry between Alia and Sidharth Malhotra when they appeared together in *Student of the Year* (2012). At the time, both actors were starting their careers, and their on-screen pairing quickly gained popularity.

However, despite the rumors of their romantic involvement, they both insisted they were just close friends. It wasn’t until 2014-2015, during the filming of *Kapoor & Sons*, that reports suggested Sidharth and Alia had started dating. The two were often spotted together at casual dinners, parties, and award functions, sparking talk of an off-screen romance.

Interestingly, Alia and Sidharth’s relationship wasn’t without its challenges. Some reports claimed that Alia was uncomfortable with Sidharth’s friendly relationship with actress Jacqueline Fernandez, his co-star in *A Gentleman*.

On the other hand, Alia’s frequent mentions of Ranbir Kapoor, whom she openly admired and expressed a desire to marry in various interviews, reportedly created tension in her relationship with Sidharth. Her long-standing admiration for Ranbir became more prominent around the time they were cast together in *Brahmastra*.

According to some media sources, Alia’s growing connection with Ranbir led to her breakup with Sidharth. Around this time, Alia was also seen spending time with her ex-boyfriend Ali Dadarkar, which some interpreted as a sign of uncertainty in her relationship with Sidharth.

It’s said that Sidharth grew serious about Alia, but her connection with Ali and her interest in Ranbir may have caused the couple to part ways.

Following their breakup, Sidharth and Alia moved on in different directions. While Sidharth later found love with actress Kiara Advani, Alia’s bond with Ranbir Kapoor only grew stronger during the filming of *Brahmastra*.

Alia and Ranbir eventually went public with their relationship and got married in April 2022. They now share a daughter, Raha. In a twist, Sidharth also married Kiara, whose original name was Alia Advani, in 2023.

Reflecting on their past, fans still wonder what might have happened if Alia and Sidharth had stayed together. Some speculate that the pairing might have been a publicity strategy to promote *Kapoor & Sons*, though there’s no confirmation of this. Others feel that Alia’s more bubbly personality with Sidharth was noticeably different from her composed demeanor with Ranbir.

Alia and Sidharth may not have had a lasting romance, but both are now happily married and focused on their respective careers and families. It’s clear that, while they’ve moved on, fans continue to be intrigued by their past and wonder if they’ll ever share the screen again.