Last Updated on April 13, 2026 by Khabr Bite
Hardik Pandya and Krunal Pandya were once seen as inseparable, yet recent events after the T20 World Cup victory have left fans doubtful about their bond, as some say everything is well between the two. Fans are still not out of the buzz of the T20 World Cup 2026 victory and are reliving the moments again with the highlights, but social media has turned its attention somewhere else. The entire spotlight is shifted towards the Pandya brothers.
The pair was known for the close bond both on and off the field. Fans are wondering whether this silence has developed hate between them.
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Silence that Raised Questions on Brothers
The rumours started after the T20 World Cup victory on March 8. As everyone knows, fans observe several things; they observed that the elder brother, Krunal Pandya, was not there in the victory celebrations and also did not post any congratulatory posts.
Fans also pointed out that Krunal’s wife, Pankhuri Sharma, also didn’t post any celebratory posts either. The speculations grew because, unlike previous tournaments where the Pandya family was frequently seen cheering from the stands, Krunal and Pankhuri were reportedly absent during the World Cup matches.
As per Hindustan Times, fans also observed that the couple had not interacted with Hardik’s recent posts. The brothers used to celebrate birthdays, festivals and milestones together online, but they are not doing that anymore. This change in the family was very noticeable to the fans.
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Has Hardik’s Personal Life Changed?
Throughout the situation, Krunal Pandya remained silent online, and the complete spotlight went to the model and actress Mahieka Sharma. She was spotted attending various matches during the tournament and was even spending time with Hardik’s son, Agastya. After Team India’s T20 World Cup 2026 victory, Hardik also mentioned her support and called her his “lucky charm”. During the celebrations, he said, ” Since Mahieka has come into my life, I have only been winning.”
Krunal Pandya’s Family Bond with Natasa Stankovic
As per the reports, in July, 2024, Hardik and Natasa got a divorce and from then on the story changed. Krunal Pandya and his wife, Pankhuri, were very close to Natasa and Agastya. However, it is vital to note that not all these claims are officially confirmed; there could be several reasons.
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Hardik Pandya Flag Controversy
After India won the final of the T20 World Cup 2026. During the celebration, Hardik tied the Indian Flag on his back and was found celebrating with Mahieka Sharma and also laying on the ground with the flag on his back. As per the reports, Advocate Wajid Khan in Pune has filed a complaint against Pandya.
He said, ‘According to Section 2 of the 1971 National Flag Act, we should respect the national flag. Hardik Pandya had tied the national flag to his back. He was so lost in the celebration that he was lying with his girlfriend, wearing the national flag.
When I filed the complaint at the Shivaji Nagar police station, they told me the incident occurred there, not here. So I told them the national flag is a symbol of the entire nation, and we can file a complaint with the Shivaji Nagar Police. They have now accepted my complaint and provided me with a copy. Let’s see what happens next. I have demanded legal actions against him.”
Brother Early Controversy
As the rumours rise, fans are also bringing up the previous controversy that involved the brothers’ step-brother, Vaibhav Pandya. As per the reports, in 2024, both Krunal and Hardik were the victims of a cheating case involving various crores of rupees. This controversy tested the bond of families at that time, but there has been no public information to suggest that this issue created any tensions between the siblings.
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MI vs RCB: Krunal Pandya Celebrates Brother’s Wicket
In the 20th match between RCB vs MI, after the dismissal of Hardik Pandya, his elder brother celebrated his wicket very aggressively. Even during the match, the brother didn’t interact much as they used to do earlier. As per News 24 Online, Observers are pointing out the changes in their personal lives after Hardik’s separation from Natasa Stankovic.
Brothers with the Same Dream
Both Krunal and Hardik grew up in Vadodara after facing so many ups and downs. They tried very hard and made their way up from local cricket to represent India on the global stage. As the years pass, brothers have spoken about their struggles and trained together as teenagers, and also supported each other during their tough times and early stages of their careers. However, all these are rumours and fans are eagerly waiting for the Pandya Brothers to address the rumours publicly.
