Hardik Pandya announced his relationship with 24-year-old model Mahieka Sharma on Instagram, nearly a year after divorcing Natasa Stankovic.

New Delhi: Cricketer Hardik Pandya has disclosed that he is currently in a relationship with model and actor Mahieka Sharma, nearly one year following his divorce from model-actress Natasa Stankovic. The two were observed departing for a vacation in celebration of Hardik’s birthday. On Friday, October 10, Hardik disclosed his engagement via his Instagram stories as late as midnight.

Fans are ecstatic about the revelation, which marks Pandya’s first public admittance of a relationship since his highly publicized divorce from Natasa. It is also important to mention that the Indian captain was previously associated with actor-singer Jasmin Walia.

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The two are depicted in the photos posted by Hardik, appearing content and at ease as they enjoy a tranquil moment by the sea. Hardik casually placed his palm on Mahieka’s shoulder while donning an oversized jacket, shorts, and slippers. The 24-year-old model, who was dressed in a chic white shirt dress, turned her back to the camera as Hardik tagged her handle, thereby confirming the rumors that had been circulating among admirers for some time. The duo appeared to be attending an evening party in yet another photograph, where they were dressed to impress. He added an evil eye emoji after Mahieka’s name and tagged her, indicating that he is quite serious about their relationship.

Who is Mahieka Sharma?

Mahieka Sharma, 24, is a model and influencer who is widely recognized on social media for her active presence and her previous involvement in local entertainment initiatives. Upon receiving the news, fans promptly took to Instagram to express their excitement and astonishment, with numerous individuals commenting on the “happy” appearance of Hardik in recent photos.

Mahieka has also made a name for herself in the fashion industry, having graced the covers of esteemed publications like Grazia and ELLE, and she was awarded the Model of the Year title at the Indian Fashion Awards. She has also been the face of high-end fashion designers Tarun Tahiliani, Manish Malhotra, and Anita Dongre, and she frequently appears in their creations.

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In the interim, Hardik and Natasa Stankovic, who were married in 2020 and have a son named Agastya, severed their relationship in 2024. In a joint statement issued last year, the couple disclosed their separation and requested the privacy of their family.