India, June 13 -- Television actor Ankit Gupta, known for Udaariyaan and Bigg Boss 16, has recently addressed the persistent link-up rumours surrounding his personal life. The actor, who has been frequently associated with his co-stars, notably Priyanka Chahar Choudhary, has expressed his frustration over baseless speculations. (Also read: Ankit Gupta quits Terre Ho Jaayein Hum, show with Priyanka Chahar Choudhary, amid breakup rumours: 'I need some time')

On Friday, Ankit took to his Instagram account and posted a statement emphasising the importance of respecting personal boundaries and the impact of such rumours on his and others' reputations.

The statement read, "There comes a point where silence starts to feel like consent and I'm ...