Nadiya Bychkova Spotted with Ian McIntosh at Gala

's cosied up to West End star Ian McIntosh at the Ballet Icons Gala.

The professional dancer, 36, has reportedly been growing close to Les Miserables actor Ian since last year, after her split from her Strictly co-star .

The duo are said to have met back in March and attended the Les Miserables 40th Anniversary Gala together in London in October. 

And Nadiya did little to quell speculation over the romance as she arrived arm-in-arm with the actor to the Ballet Icons Gala 20th Anniversary at the London Coliseum on Sunday.

Nadiya further appeared to confirm the relationship as she gushed that she was 'enjoying Valentine's weekend with good company'.

The Ukrainian performer, who has starred in Les Misérables, said of the production: 'It's beautiful to see so much talent, artists and creators for one night on the same stage. 

'It's really special to me especially being a professional dancer.'

After the gala, the couple headed to an after party at The Savoy Hotel.

Attending the Les Mis gala together in October, the pair posed for photos on the red carpet as Ian wrapped an arm around Nadiya's waist as they smiled. 

Sharing a snap from the event to his Instagram account Ian wrote: 'What a glorious night.'

Earlier that week the pair were spotted enjoying a cosy coffee date in London.

A source told The Sun: 'Nadiya and Ian have a couple of mutual friends and were introduced, they hit it off immediately. 

'They have attended a couple of red carpet events together and thought people might start noticing their relationship sooner.

'They have loads in common and just have a lot of fun together, it is lovely to see. Everyone is very happy for them.' 

Daily Mail contacted both Nadiya and Ian's representatives for comment at the time. 

Ian is known for playing Jean Valjean in Les Misérables, as well as Jesus in Tim Sheader's Jesus Christ Superstar

He was nominated for an Olivier Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role for his portrayal of Barry Mann in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. 

Kai has also moved on and wentwith his new girlfriend Chloe Wells, nine months after their acrimonious split.

Executive assistant Chloe, who hails from Essex, met Kai on a night out at a west London pub. 

And proving just how besotted they are, the dancer took to social media last month to share a loved-up snap of the couple looking adoringly into each other's eyes.

Grinning from ear-to-ear, Kai looked elated while stunning brunette Chloe, cutting a glam figure in a brown mini dress, looked equally as taken with the hunk.

Captioning his snap, Kai simply penned: 'Happiness is underrated', alongside a black heart emoji. 

He also tagged his new girlfriend in the post.

Over the summer it was reported that the couple were planning to move in together soon.