Tiff between Gauri-SRK because of Priyanka?

New Delhi: They say two's a company and three a crowd. And the age old saying seems to be haunting superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who is said to be having a rift of sorts with wife of two decades, Gauri Khan.

If the grapevine is to be believed, the reason for the unrest between the two is Shah Rukh's co-star and 'fan', Priyanka Chopra.

Actress Priyanka Chopra is always spotted around the superstar be it on the film sets or at award functions, say industry insiders and the extent of growing 'friendship' between Don 2 co-stars is also the talk of the town.

Shah Rukh had recently tweeted his wishes for the actress on Twitter.

"Congratulations @priyankachopra for the music thingy u r doing. From being the little girl who became miss world & made us so proud, go & rule the music world."

"Thank you @iamsrk ... U have always believed in me and it means so much having your support. Love n respect always," the actress had promptly replied on the same forum.

Most people expected Gauri Khan to be unfazed by this effect of SRK's superstardom; the close bonding has apparently not down well with her and has had a direct effect on her relationship with her hubby Shah Rukh.

An upset Gauri is said to have reached her tipping point and is said to have been vocal to the actor about this matter.

What has also been emerging is that the usually romantic couple is constantly quarrelling because of Priyanka and now King Khan has decided to tackle this issue by engaging himself with film shoots and endorsements.

Rumours are rife that even industry insiders and superstar's friends are upset with Priyanka being around SRK all the time.

The news had earlier created a web hysteria of sorts with over 15 lakh websites speculating about the rift between the Badshah and wife Gauri on the issue of Priyanka.

On the hit telly show Koffee With Karan, Priyanka was seen giggling and blushing at the mere mention of Shah Rukh by the host Karan Johar. Shahid Kapoor, who was also present at the show, stated that he was aware of the fact that Priyanka always giggles and blushes with the mention of Shah Rukh's name.

Actress Priyanka Chopra, though no rookie herself in Bollywood, is being favoured by none other than SRK and it is bound to have its perks, especially when he is recommending the actress turned singer for shows and films.

Apparently the duo will soon be seen performing at a show in London end of the month. SRK had signed up for the show some time ago, and Priyanka too will join him there -- apparently at SRK's insistence.

The duo were to perform on the occasion of Eid in Dubai but SRK along with Kareena Kapoor and Arjun Rampal has bailed out at the last minute. Priyanka, however, is said to be performing with Shahid Kapoor.