Indian cricket star in the midst of a high-octane T20 World Cup campaign Hardik Pandya He won hearts off the pitch with a series of romantic birthday posts for his girlfriend Mahieka Sharma sent social media into a frenzy. The 32-year-old all-rounder pulled out all the stops to celebrate Mahieka’s 25th birthday on Thursday (February 19), sharing intimate glimpses of their relationship that quickly went viral among fans and followers.
Hardik Pandya’s viral birthday post: Romantic infinity pool hug
Pandya kicked off the birthday celebrations by sharing a breathtaking photo of the couple in a warm embrace while standing in an infinity pool overlooking the ocean on his Instagram story. The cricketer kept his message simple but very kind: “Happy birthday my princess” followed by a heart and a string of emoji symbols.
The romantic image captured the couple’s undeniable chemistry, with Hardik holding Mahieka close against the stunning backdrop of endless blue waters. The Sri Lankan flags visible in the background suggest that this photo may have been taken while the Indian team was in Colombo ahead of their blockbuster clash against Pakistan.
Moved by the gesture, Mahieka re-shared the post on her Instagram stories, adding a diamond emoji and an evil eye symbol, before posting another image of her celebrating, dressed in black and posing in front of a heart-shaped birthday cake.
A video message that melts hearts
Going beyond a single photo, Pandya also delighted his followers with a romantic video compilation of special moments with Mahieka. Set to the melodic background of a classic love song “Satiya,” The clip showed the couple spending quality time together in a luxurious vacation setting.
Accompanying the video, Pandya wrote an emotional note that left his fans in awe. “Happy birthday my princess. Thank you for coming into this world 25 years ago. You are the most amazing person I know. I love you.”
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Who is Mahieka Sharma? The woman behind the headlines
Mahieka Sharma, who turned 25 on Thursday, is not just a cricketer’s girlfriend. She is a full-time model and actor who has made significant strides in the fashion and entertainment industry.
The Gujarati-born model has appeared in several music videos, independent films and high-profile ad campaigns for prestigious brands like Tanishq, Vivo and Uniqlo. Having walked for top designers like Manish Malhotra, Tarun Tahiliani and Anita Dongre, her ramp presence is equally impressive.
In 2024, Mahieka’s rising star was officially recognized when she received the ‘Model of the Year (New Age)’ award at the Indian Fashion Awards.
In addition to her glamorous profession, Mahieka brings academic depth to her profile. He earned a bachelor’s degree in economics and finance from Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University in Gujarat, a year before studying community psychology at the University of Maryland, USA.
Mahieka and Hardik’s love story started garnering public attention in October 2025 when they were spotted together at the Mumbai airport. The cricketer made their relationship official on Instagram that same month, sharing a series of holiday snaps and describing her as his own. “11:11 wish.”
Since then, the couple has grown increasingly open about their bond. After India’s T20I win against South Africa last year, Pandya went public with Mahieka for her emotional support during the comeback phase. “A lot of credit goes to my loved ones. Special mention to my partner. He’s been the best thing ever since he came into my life and so many great things have happened since he came.” he told the Board of Control for Cricket in India.
The couple was also seen spending time with Pandya’s son Agastya, who he shares with his ex-wife. Natasa Stankovicshows a blended family dynamic that has earned fans appreciation.
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