Best Friends of TV Industry: Karan Patel-Anita Hassanandani, Sanaya Irani-Drashti Dhami and Others

As Friendship Day (2 August) is just around the corner, let's take a look at some of the best friends in the telly world, who have found true friendship in the same industry.

Karan Patel and Anita Hassanandani: Though the "Yeh Hai Mohabbatein" actors share a bitter relationship on-screen, off-screen they share an amazing bond. Both Karan and Anita along with their spouses often hang out together.

Sanaya Irani and Drashti Dhami: The gorgeous and equally talented actresses have been best friends for a very long time now. Recently, Sanaya, who is participating in the "Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 8", also confessed to have been taking tips from her best friend who is the winner of one of the previous seasons. 

Karan Patel and Aly Goni: Karan considers his co-star Aly his brother, confidante and friend. Both Karan and Aly are extremely close to each other. Apparently, it was Aly who brought Karan and Ankita Bhargava's family together and suggested that Karan-Ankita get married.

Ashish Chowdhry and Anusha Dandekar: "Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 8" contestant Ashish and VJ Anusha have been good friends for several years now. Both Ashish and Anusha often party together.

Gautam Gulati and Puneet Issar: There is no doubt that friends Gautam and Puneet defended each other inside the house of "Bigg Boss 8". And even after the show ended, they continue to keep up their friendship and are often spotted partying together.

Aarya Babbar and Upen Patel: Their friendship started inside the house of "Bigg Boss 8" and the duo made sure their friendship continued even after the show ended. 

Kamya Punjabi and Sneha Wagh: Popular actress Kamya and "Ek Veer Ki Ardaas...Veera" actress Sneha are best friends and often travel together.

Vivian Dsena & Shashank Vyas: Vivian Dsena and "Balika Vadhu" actor Shashank Vyas met at a social gathering and since then the duo have been in touch. Both the actors belong to Ujjain and share some common interests.

Nigaar Khan and Gautam Rode: Both the actors have been friends for over a decade and are very close to each other.

Ekta Kapoor and Anita Hassanandani: They duo have been friends for a very long time and often hang out together. Anita has also starred in some of Ekta's films like "Kucch to Hai", "Krishna Cottage" among others during her initial career days.