Virat Kohli-Anushka Sharma to KL Rahul-Athiya Shetty: A look at Cricketers who married Bollywood stars

Love often unites contrasting worlds.

Over the years, we’ve witnessed some truly enchanting romances between cricketers and actresses.

These relationships have captivated fans worldwide with their charm and intensity.

Let’s explore the celebrity-cricketer couples that have set hearts aflame and taken the world by storm.

Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi and Sharmila Tagore

Rewind to the 1960s, and you'll find Bollywood icon Sharmila Tagore marrying Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, the Nawab of Pataudi.

Their wedding was a true fairytale, blending Bollywood glamour with royal charm.

Sharmila Tagore's marriage set a precedent for future actresses, paving the way for many to follow in her footsteps.

Mohammad Azharuddin and Sangeeta Bijlani

One of India's most successful cricket captains, Mohammad Azharuddin, met former Miss India Sangeeta Bijlani during an ad shoot in 1985, and it was love at first sight. Their romance was widely covered in the 1990s and it contributed to Azharuddin's contentious divorce from his first wife.

Azhar and Sangeeta married in 1996, but their relationship faced difficulties, leading to their separation and eventual divorce in 2010.

Harbhajan Singh and Geeta Basra

Harbhajan Singh found his life partner in Geeta Basra. Though Geeta is a British actress, she’s made her mark in Bollywood with films like ‘Mr. Joe B. Carvalho’ and ‘Dil Diya Hai.’

Their romance grew into a beautiful family with the birth of their daughter, Hinaya Heer Plaha, and son, Jovan Veer Singh.

Yuvraj Singh and Hazel Keech

Yuvraj Singh, the cricketer renowned for overcoming immense challenges, found his match in Hazel Keech, an actress with credits in both Bollywood and Hollywood.

Hazel has starred in films like ‘Bodyguard’ and ‘Baankey Ki Crazy Baraat.’

Together, Yuvraj and Hazel are proud parents of two children.

Sagarika Ghatge and Zaheer Khan

Actor Sagarika Ghatge and cricketer Zaheer Khan tied the knot in 2017 after a discreet relationship.

Sagarika publicly announced their engagement in April that year, leading to a small, private wedding ceremony.

They later hosted a joint reception and a vibrant sangeet celebration.

Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma

Virat Kohli, former captain of the Indian cricket team, and actor Anushka Sharma, form Bollywood’s most admired and influential pair. Their secret wedding in 2017 made headlines across the nation. Since then, they have been blessed with two children: daughter Vamika and son Akaay.

KL Rahul and Athiya Shetty

KL Rahul, known for his standout performances on the cricket field, had a long-standing romance with actress Athiya Shetty.

Their relationship was first confirmed on Instagram with a joint photo in December 2019.

By January 2023, the couple officially tied the knot in an intimate ceremony with around 100 guests.

Natasa Stankovic and Hardik Pandya

Hardik Pandya, the cricketing heartthrob, fell for Serbian actress, model, and former Bigg Boss contestant Natasa Stankovic.

After their 2020 engagement, they welcomed their son Agastya in July 2020.

In 2023, the couple chose to renew their vows in a lavish ceremony in Udaipur, surrounded by close friends and family.

Despite this grand gesture, their relationship faced challenges, eventually leading to their recent separation.

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