Cricketer Hardik Pandya's personal life has once again drawn attention after India's victory at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026.
Among the many fans celebrating the historic win at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad was model Mahieka Sharma, who was seen cheering for Pandya from the stands. Her presence during the final and the couple's celebratory moments on the field quickly sparked curiosity about who she is.
Young Face in Fashion Industry
Mahieka Sharma, 25, has been making a name for herself in the fashion world. She works as a model and actress, and has appeared in several music videos, brand campaigns and independent projects. Over the past few years, she has walked the ramp for well-known designers such as Manish Malhotra, Anita Dongre and Tarun Tahiliani. Her growing presence in the industry earned her the Model of the Year honour at the Indian Fashion Awards in 2024.
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Academic, Modelling
She has an academic background in economics and finance. While pursuing her degree, she began exploring opportunities in modelling and acting. Over time, she chose to focus on modelling, where she gradually gained recognition and visibility.
Relationship With Hardik Pandya
Mahieka and Pandya first caught public attention as a couple in October 2025 when they were spotted together at Mumbai airport while leaving for a holiday. Since then, their occasional social media interactions and public appearances have kept fans interested in their relationship.
Presence During India's Victory
During the World Cup final, Mahieka was seen celebrating alongside Pandya after India's win. The cricketer later acknowledged her support, mentioning that she has been an important source of strength for him in recent months. The couple had also visited Mumbai's Siddhivinayak Temple before the final to seek blessings for Team India.
Pandya's Personal Life
Before his relationship with Mahieka, Pandya was married to actor Natasa Stankovic. The two announced their separation in 2024 but continue to co-parent their son, Agastya.
With her growing modelling career and increasing public attention due to her relationship with one of India's most popular cricketers, Mahieka is quickly becoming a name that many fans are eager to know more about. Her stylish appearance at the World Cup final and the public support she showed for Pandya further increased public interest in her life and career.
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