We have seen playful videos of the actor with Kiara Advani, Alia Bhatt, and other female co-stars, which fans have called out as problematic.

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The Baby John actor faced quite the backlash when videos of the actor kissing Kiara's cheek during a photoshoot and touching Alia's belly at an event went viral.

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Some viewers questioned if Dhawan was crossing boundaries with his female co-stars.

In an attempt to clear the air around the allegations, Varun Dhawan said it was all "Harmless fun."

He explained that it was in his nature to be playful. But he always made sure that none of them felt uncomfortable. He said that such moments are rarely spontaneous and are planned.

The actor went on to explain that such behaviour is not only with his female co-stars. He is the same way with his male co-stars as well. He made it clear that he behaves the same with all of his friends regardless of their gender.

Speaking about the cheek kiss with Kiara for the shoot of a magazine, he said that it was planned. The magazine required some movement and both of them decided on that. Kiara was acting to be surprised as it was all pre-planned.

In another video, Varun was seen touching Alia Bhatt's belly at a live event. He said that he had asked her if she was comfortable and did it only because she said it was. He said that there was no ill gesture behind it and it was just a fun moment between friends.

Varun and Alia have been quite good friends since student of the year. The friendship has turned into successful partnerships with films like Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania, Badrinath Ki Dulhaniya, and Kalank.