Malaika Arora's Cryptic Posts Spark Buzz After Wishing Ex Arjun Kapoor on His Birthday

Arjun Kapoor turned 40 on Thursday, and while the actor received countless birthday wishes from friends and family, one particular message stood out — that of his ex-girlfriend Malaika Arora. The two, who parted ways earlier this year after a relationship that began in 2018, continue to attract attention with their subtle online gestures — and Malaika’s latest posts have only added fuel to the fire.

Malaika’s Birthday Wish to Arjun

Malaika surprised fans by sharing a cheerful boomerang video of Arjun Kapoor on her Instagram story, in which the actor is seen jumping gleefully on a road. Along with the video, she wrote:

“Happy Birthday Arjun Kapoor...”
Accompanied by a white heart emoji and clinking champagne glasses, the message appeared warm and cordial.

But Then Came the Cryptic Posts

Shortly after the birthday wish, Malaika posted two cryptic quotes that caught everyone’s attention:

"Live by 3 simple rules: Love requires action, trust requires proof, forgiveness requires change."

"What they hate about you is not in you. Keep shining."

These quotes quickly sparked speculation about whether Malaika was hinting at unresolved feelings or indirectly commenting on her past relationship with Arjun.

Are They Still in Touch?

The couple, who were once extremely public about their relationship — from red carpet appearances to vacation pictures — have noticeably distanced themselves in recent months. Last year, Malaika skipped Arjun’s 39th birthday party, and this year, the couple are no longer together.

• Arjun Kapoor confirmed the breakup during a Diwali event hosted by MNS Chief Raj Thackeray, telling media:

  “No, I am single now. Relax.”

• Malaika, however, has preferred to stay silent. In an interview with ETimes, she had said:

  “I would never choose a public platform to talk about my personal life.”

Fans and Media Speculate

Malaika’s recent Instagram activity has reignited public curiosity around her and Arjun’s equation — whether it’s a sign of lingering affection, an attempt at closure, or simply a respectful birthday gesture remains open to interpretation.