Sidharth Malhotra speaks up on the link-up rumours with Jacqueline Fernandez

Ever since Sidharth Malhotra and Jacqueline Fernandez have teamed up for their upcoming film 'A Gentleman', rumour mills have been abuzz with the reports of the two allegedly dating. A recent report also suggests that Sidharth and former alleged girlfriend Alia Bhatt have called it splits owing to Jacqueline's presence in the actor's life.

However, when asked Sidharth about the link-up rumours, the actor says that he is still learning to take such reports in his stride. Talking to a leading tabloid, Sidharth said, "Is it something about me? Barring Akshay Kumar (his co-star in 2015 release 'Brothers'), all my co-actors and I have been items."

While the camaraderie that Jacqueline and Sidharth share is what fueled the link-up rumours, it the reports of Alia being miffed with the actor over his closeness with Jacqueline that raised the eyebrows. "It's sad that going out for meals and chilling together has such connotations in this universe. Apparently, comfort between co-stars is suggestive of something more than a good working rapport. People in show business aren't given the leeway to be normal," added Sidharth.

Further adding that he is slowly getting used to the snide remarks made on his personal life, Sidharth concludes, "I've been compelled to be okay with these rumours rather than be upset about them."

CREDITS: MID-DAY