Were Esha Gupta and Hardik Pandya in a romantic relationship? The model-turned-actress responds

For many years, rumors have linked the Bollywood actress Esha Gupta And Indian cricketer Hardik Pandya In a web of speculation about a possible romantic relationship. Now, Esha has finally broken her silence, setting the record straight in a candid interview and putting an end to the constant whispers.

Esha Gupta sets the record straight

Esha, known for her roles in films like Raaz 3 and Jannat 2, addressed the long-standing rumors in a recent interview with Siddharth Kannan. She explained that while she and Hardik were in contact for a brief period, their relationship never developed into an actual relationship.

“Yes, we were talking for a while. I don’t think we were dating, but yeah, we were talking for a few months. We were in the ‘maybe it’ll happen, maybe it won’t happen’ phase. And it ended before we even got to the dating phase. So it wasn’t about hooking up and dating. We just met up once or twice, that’s all. So, yeah, like I said, it took a few months and then it was over.” Isha revealed.

Esha confirmed that their bond was more than just a… “Getting to know each other” Phase rather than full romance. She explained that timing and consistency played a role in why things did not progress further.

“There was no drama or bitterness. It wasn’t meant to be this way,” She said, adding that while she was there “It might have happened” Something more, it quickly faded away.

The actress was clear that the relationship ended amicably, without any repercussions or outstanding problems. “We’ve met once or twice, that’s all.” She reiterated, shutting down any speculation of a secret or extended relationship.

Esha Gupta also addresses the Koffee With Karan controversy

The timing of their brief contact coincided with Hardik’s infamous appearance on Koffee With Karan in 2019, which led to widespread backlash against the cricketer over his controversial comments. Esha, who was rumored to be linked to Pandya at the time, also addressed the episode.

She explained that by the time the controversy broke out, she and Pandya were no longer in contact, and the incident had no impact on her personally. “That part didn’t affect me, because we had stopped talking by then.” She explained.

Isha publicly criticized Pandya’s statements at the timeShe distances herself from the cricketer and asserts her own views on women empowerment.

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Hardik and Isha move on with their own lives

Since then, they have both progressed in their personal and professional lives. Hardik is married to the Serbian model actress Natasha Stankovic In 2020, the couple had a son. Agastyathe same year. They celebrated a grand vow renewal ceremony in 2023 but announced their separation in July 2024, vowing to co-parent amicably. Pandya is reportedly now dating the model Mahika Sharma.

Meanwhile, Isha is currently dating a Spanish national Manuel Campos Guallar – Chairman and owner of Maple Capital. The actress-turned-model also continues to focus on her acting career, with recent appearances in series like Ek Badnaam Aashram 3 and ongoing film projects.

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