Indian cricketer Hardik Pandya and actress Natasa Stankovic announced their separation last week after being married for four years. The couple shared this news via a joint statement on their official Instagram accounts, marking the end of a relationship that began in early 2020. They got married in May 2020 and welcomed their son, Agastya, two months later.
Hardik Pandya reacts to Natasa's post
Amidst this emotional period, Hardik has demonstrated maturity and grace. On Wednesday, he responded to a post by Natasa with a series of supportive emojis, showcasing his continued respect and affection for her. Natasa's Instagram post, her first since the separation, featured heartwarming photos of her and their son, Agastya, enjoying a day at a theme park in Serbia. Hardik's comment on the post included a red heart, an evil eye, heart eyes, and an okay hand emoji.
Hardik and Natasa's separation post
In their joint statement, the couple explained that they tried their best to stay together, but ultimately decided that separating was in their best interest. "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 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," they said.
They also emphasized their commitment to co-parenting their son, Agastya. "We are blessed with Agastya, who will continue to be at the centre of both of our lives, and we will co-parent to ensure that we give him everything that we can for his happiness."
The announcement has sparked strong reactions on social media, with fans taking sides despite the personal nature of the decision. Natasa has faced harsh comments on her social media accounts, while Hardik, who had already faced fan anger during the controversial IPL 2024 season, has received an outpouring of sympathy.