Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya has officially announced his separation from his wife, Natasa Stankovic, following a four-year relationship. The decision was made public on Thursday, July 18th, after months of speculation. Pandya shared the news through a joint statement on his Instagram channel, alongside his former partner.
Rumors began circulating during the 2024 Indian Premier League season, when a Reddit post pointed out that Natasa had removed their photos from her Instagram account and even removed Hardik's name from her profile.
In their statement, the former couple disclosed that they had mutually decided to part ways and would continue to co-parent their son, Agastya.
"After 4 years of being together, Natasa and I have decided to mutually part ways. We tried our best together and gave it our all, and we believe this is in the best interest for the both of us. This was a tough decision for us to make, given the joy, mutual respect and companionship we enjoyed together and as we grew a family," Hardik said via his Instagram.
"We are blessed with Agastya, who will continue to be at the centre of both our lives and we will co-parent to ensure that we give him everything that we can for his happiness," he added.
"We sincerely request your support and understanding to give us the privacy during this difficult and sensitive time," Hardik concluded his statement.
Hardik Pandya tied the knot with actor Natasa Stankovic on May 31, 2020, and the couple welcomed their child on July 30 of the same year. In a beautiful ceremony held in Udaipur in February 2023, nearly three years after their marriage, Pandya and Natasa renewed their vows.
To celebrate Valentine's Day, the couple once again renewed their marriage vows in Udaipur at a destination wedding. The intimate affair was graced by close friends and family members, with the wedding rituals on February 14 conducted in accordance with Christian traditions and featuring a white theme.
However, on Thursday, Pandya faced a setback as he was excluded from the Indian leadership group for the upcoming tour of Sri Lanka, where India is scheduled to play 3 T20Is and 3 ODIs.
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