Cricketer Hardik Pandya’s love life has always been dynamic, just as his game on the field. Months after his high-profile divorce from Natasa Stankovic followed by dating rumours with Jasmin Walia, Hardik recently turned heads with a deeply personal new tattoo – a subtle yet striking tribute to his current girlfriend, Mahieka Sharma. Inked on his nape, it features two leopards: One bold and realistic symbolising strength and ambition, the other a flowing shadow weaving in Mahieka’s initial “M”, reported NDTV Sports. What started as a simple “M” idea blossomed into this powerful metaphor for partnership – two fierce individuals aligned, not merged. It’s intimate (hidden under hair) but bold when revealed, mirroring their story of fresh starts and shared goals in life.
However, this doesn’t seem to be the first time that Hardik has publicly shown his love for his partner. While the cricketer is known for his on-field performance, he is also known for his flamboyant nature. Commenting on it, former Indian cricketer Ashish Nehra took a playful jab at Hardik recently on the podcast ‘Who’s The Boss?’. With Harbhajan Singh, Nehra quipped about Hardik’s romantic shifts, likening him to ‘Devdas” Shah Rukh Khan: “Woh toh roz Paro change karta hai” (He changes Paro every day). A light-hearted dig at Hardik’s colourful past, it highlights how his heart has raced through several chapters.
Hardik’s romantic journey
Urvashi Rautela: The actress and Hardik sparked dating rumours early in his career when fans spotted their flirty social media exchanges and sightings together. But it fizzled quickly amid controversy.Elli AvrRam: The Swedish-Greek star was linked to Hardik around 2018 after nightclub meet-cutes and cozy photos. Their relationship was short-lived, but splashed across tabloids.Natasa Stankovic: The big one. They met at a Mumbai club in 2018, went official, and had a lockdown-marriage on May 31, 2020. Their son Agastya arrived soon after, and they renewed their wedding vows in Udaipur on Valentine’s Day 2023. But cracks showed up in their marriafe during IPL 2024 – Natasa was absent from stands, and she dropped “Pandya” from her name on her social media profile. On July 18, 2024, they announced separation, prioritising co-parenting: “Agastya remains at the center... give us privacy.”Jasmin Walia: Post-divorce buzz with Natasa, Hardik was then linked to model-DJ Jasmin Walia. The duo posted vacation snaps, but their relationship too was a short speculation.
Hardik and Mahieka’s journey
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Enter Mahieka Sharma in late 2025. Mahieka and Hardik were spotted together at airports, family events, and vacations, and their bond went public last year. A pooja was mistaken for an engagement, fueling “fiancée” talk, but they’re solidly dating.Nehra’s jest aside, Hardik seems settled, channelling his post-divorce energy into love and cricket. And his new tattoo seems to be a permanent nod to growth, not just ink – a story of resilience.What’s your take on Hardik’s new lady love Mahieka Sharma? Do you think they’ll be together or is it just another phase in Hardik’s life? Tell us in the comments below.
