Karina Kubiliute clarified on Instagram that she is not the mystery girl linked to actor Kartik and does not know him. Photo: Instagram @karinakubiliute_x

Kartik Aaryan's dating life is in the spotlight as he is rumored to be linked with UK-based teenager Karina Kubiliute, following vacation photos from Goa.

Rumours of an affair between Kartik Aaryan and Karina intensified as users noted Aaryan follows her on Instagram.

Following their rumored link-up, the actor unfollowed Karina on social media, escalating their alleged affair to become a trending topic online. Photo: Instagram @karinakubiliute_x.

Karina clarified on her Instagram bio that she does not know Karthik and is not his girlfriend, while also disabling comments on her posts.

Karina has denied any relationship with Kartik, but rumors of their link-up have made her an overnight internet sensation. Photo: Instagram @karinakubiliute_x

Karina's recent claims have catapulted her to stardom, increasing her Instagram followers as fans begin to search for her online. Photo: Instagram @karinakubiliute_x

Karina's followers surged from 1,962 to 8,173 in 24 hours after being linked to Karthik, as per a viral Reddit post. Photo: Instagram @karinakubiliute_x

On January 7, Karina has over 13,000 followers, with each post going viral. She is reported to be 17 years old, while Kartik has a 17-18 year age difference.

Karina, a student at Carlisle College in the UK and a cheerleader, has received praise from users for her glamorous images on Instagram.