The Indian Premier League season is not just about cricket matches but also about moments off the field that quickly go viral. Recently, after Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma made headlines for their sweet interaction, attention has now shifted to Hardik Pandya and his personal life.
Hardik’s rumoured girlfriend Mahieka Sharma was seen at a match between Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders on Sunday. While the match itself ended with a win for Hardik’s team, what happened after the game grabbed more attention online. In a viral video, Mahieka was seen walking out of the stadium with Hardik’s young son Agastya Pandya when photographers gathered around them.
As the paparazzi tried to click pictures, Mahieka quickly stepped in to protect the child. She covered his face and politely asked photographers to maintain distance. She also requested them not to use camera flashes, as it could disturb the child. In the video, she can be heard asking them to move aside and be careful since she was with a young kid. She was also seen holding Agastya’s hand and checking if he was comfortable while walking through the crowd.
The video spread quickly on social media and received mixed reactions from people. Some praised Mahieka for being caring and responsible, saying she did the right thing by protecting the child from harsh lights and attention. Others, however, felt that her reaction was a bit too strong and called it unnecessary. This difference of opinion has once again started a discussion about how much privacy celebrity children should have in public places.
This is not the first time Mahieka Sharma and Hardik Pandya have gone viral. Earlier, during India’s T20 World Cup celebrations, a video of them celebrating together had caught people’s attention. That moment had also created some controversy after a complaint was filed by a lawyer who claimed there was disrespect towards the Indian flag.
Mahieka Sharma, who is a young model and actor, is said to be in a relationship with Hardik Pandya. Reports suggest that they made their relationship public earlier this year around her birthday.
As the IPL continues, such moments show that fans are equally interested in the personal lives of their favourite stars. Along with cricket, these off field stories keep social media buzzing and conversations going.