Actress Akanksha Puri has opened up about the ongoing rumours linking her romantically with Bhojpuri superstar Khesari Lal Yadav. They have starred together in several songs. Addressing the rumours, Akanksha said, "He is special to me...very close to my heart. My bond with him goes beyond professional collaborations. What people are saying that's up to them. But I love Khesari."