This article is for all our Disney Channel fans! When a TikTok featuring Josie Totah and Karan Brar locking lips hit the internet, we all collectively screamed. The stars of Jessie had fans clutching their pearls, hoping this was the start of an iconic Disney power couple. But before you start shipping them, let’s set the record straight.
Disney Channel Stars Josie Totah and Karan Brar Romantic Moment On TikTok
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The video in question showed Josie and Karan in what looked like a sweet, romantic moment. Cue the embrace, a kiss, and some undeniable chemistry that had fans all up in their feels. TikTokers wasted no time speculating about the nature of their relationship, with comments like, “I knew it! Stuart and Ravi forever!” flooding the post.
For fans of Jessie, where they played Stuart Wooten and Ravi Ross, this was the crossover romance nobody saw coming. But sadly, it was all too good to be true.

Shortly after the video went viral, both Josie Totah and Karan Brar came forward to clear up the rumors. Josie took to TikTok, laughing off the situation, saying, “IT WAS A JOKE.” Meanwhile, Karan echoed the sentiment on his Instagram stories, emphasizing that it was all in good fun and meant to be playful, not a declaration of romance.
Josie Totah clarifies she and Karan Brar are not dating after exchanging a kiss in a TikTok video. pic.twitter.com/7OIPcESDRj
— Pop Base (@PopBase) January 13, 2025
Fans had mixed reactions. While some were disappointed that their Disney OTP wasn’t a reality, others appreciated the humor and the genuine friendship between the two.
Josie Totah and Karan Brar’s bond goes way beyond the Jessie set. They’ve been friends for years, and their friendship has only grown stronger. Both have been vocal about their personal journeys—Josie came out as transgender in 2018, and Karan shared his bisexuality in 2019. They’ve supported each other through thick and thin, proving that their connection is rooted in mutual love and respect, not romance.
