Mahat Raghavendra, who hogged the limelight by playing a bar owner in 'Mankatha', has denied reports that appeared in a section of the media, linking him with Taapsee.

'The chemistry between Mahat and Taapsee is the talk of the town currently. The two seem inseparable and are seen holding hands,' read a report.

Reacting to this, Mahat spoke exclusively to IG, "I don't know how and why such kind of rumours are popping up. There is not even an iota of truth in them." He added that he is a good friend with many in the industry from his childhood and his sole attention is only on his acting career at present.

The conviction of director Venkat Prabhu that he could perform well landed him in a good role in 'Mankatha'.