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Hardik Pandya’s girlfriend Mahieka Sharma shields son Agastya from paparazzi, says ‘Disturb ho raha hai’ | Bollywood News

Hardik Pandya’s girlfriend Mahieka Sharma shields son Agastya from paparazzi, says ‘Disturb ho raha hai’ | Bollywood News

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2 min readNew DelhiMar 30, 2026 01:00 PM IST The IPL season is back, and so are viral off-field moments. After Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma’s flying kiss moment grabbed attention on March 28, Hardik Pandya’s girlfriend Mahieka Sharma is now making headlines. Mahieka was spotted at the Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders match on Sunday, where Hardik’s team emerged victorious. After the match, she was seen walking out with Hardik’s son, Agastya Pandya, when paparazzi surrounded them for pictures. Mahieka Sharma protects Agastya from paps In a now-viral video, Mahieka Sharma is seen shielding Agastya Pandya’s face and requesting photographers, “No flashes on him please!” She is also heard saying, “Sir, Agastya ke saath hai na, thoda side raho please! (Sir, we are with Agastya, please maintain some distance!)” The clip has sparked mixed reactions online. While some users praised her protectiveness—“Ek bachche ke liye itna possessive acha laga”—others trolled her, calling it “over-protective” and “drama for the camera.” ALSO READ | Rahul Arunoday Banerjee dies at 43: Career, family, and the tragic …

Hardik Pandya’s girlfriend Mahieka Sharma protects his son from paparazzi at Wankhede Stadium: ‘Disturb ho raha hai’

Hardik Pandya’s girlfriend Mahieka Sharma protects his son from paparazzi at Wankhede Stadium: ‘Disturb ho raha hai’

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Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium witnessed a high-octane Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash as Hardik Pandya’s Mumbai Indians took on Ajinkya Rahane’s Kolkata Knight Riders. Beyond the on-field action, it was an off-field moment that grabbed attention, which featured Hardik’s girlfriend, model Mahieka Sharma, and the all-rounder’s young son, Agastya. Hardik Pandya began dating Mahieka Sharma in 2025. Mahieka Sharma shields Hardik’s son On Sunday, Hardik’s Mumbai Indians put an end to one of the IPL’s oddest long-running quirks. By beating Kolkata Knight Riders by 6 wickets at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai Indians registered their first opening-match win of an IPL season since April 4, 2012, when they had beaten Chennai Super Kings by eight wickets. Hardik’s girlfriend, model Mahieka, was spotted in the stands cheering him on, accompanied by his young son, Agastya. After the match, Mahieka was seen captured leaving the stadium with Agastya. As she stepped out of the stadium hand-in-hand with Agastya, the duo instantly caught the attention of photographers waiting outside. She was then seen becoming protective, shielding Agastya from the …

Mahieka Sharma is speechless as Hardik Pandya’s son schools him for getting out to rash shot in T20 WC Semi Final. Watch

Mahieka Sharma is speechless as Hardik Pandya’s son schools him for getting out to rash shot in T20 WC Semi Final. Watch

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The Indian cricket team scripted history on Thursday as they narrowly beat England in the T20 World Cup semi-final, booking a place in the final against New Zealand this Sunday. The semi-final, played at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium, was watched live by a crowd of over 30,000, including several Bollywood stars. Among the attendees was Hardik Pandya’s girlfriend, actor Mahieka Sharma, who accompanied the all-rounder’s young son, Agastya. Mahieka Sharma and Agastya watch the game (L), Hardik Pandya in action (R). Agastya gets angry at Hardik Pandya But more than their equation, what caught fans’ attention was Agastya’s angry reaction to Hardik getting out during India’s innings, and how Mahieka was caught speechless in that moment. India batted first in the semi-final after England captain Harry Brook opted to field first. Sanju Samson’s 89 helped India look for a big total on a flat track when Hardik arrived on the crease. The all-rounder took time to find his groove, but eventually clobbered two sixes to take India past 250. However, Hardik got out in the final …

Ikkis director Sriram Raghavan was ‘quite baffled by response’ to Agastya Nanda film: I hope people will watch it on OTT

Ikkis director Sriram Raghavan was ‘quite baffled by response’ to Agastya Nanda film: I hope people will watch it on OTT

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Filmmaker Sriram Raghavan says he was baffled by the response to his war drama Ikkis. Speaking on the sidelines of an event organised by the Screenwriters Association (SWA), he discussed his film and hoped more people would watch it following its OTT debut. Sriram Raghavan spoke about his film Ikkis starring Agastya Nanda. Sriram Raghavan on audience’s response to Ikkis “We were quite baffled, actually, by the response after the film (Ikkis) came out. I hope people will watch the film at the click of the button (on OTT),” Sriram said as quoted by news agency PTI. Drawing inspiration from classic war cinema such as Ballad of a Soldier, Flags of our Fathers, Cranes are Flying, Battle of the Bulge, he said he sought to create a film that prioritises human emotions. Sriram talks about Ikkis plot “If I were completely against the ideology of Ikkis, I would not have made it. But for me, if it was just the story of the boy, it would not have (been) enough, I wouldn’t know how to …

Jaya Bachchan breaks silence on paparazzi drama, says grandson Agastya will have ‘his own equation with the press’; read

Jaya Bachchan breaks silence on paparazzi drama, says grandson Agastya will have ‘his own equation with the press’; read

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Actor and parliamentarian Jaya Bachchan has always been known for her unfiltered honesty, and her recent comments on her relationship with the paparazzi are proof that she continues to stand firmly by her words. Over the years, Jaya has had several sharp exchanges with photographers, and her reactions — often caught on camera — have regularly gone viral. But this time, the veteran actor addressed the chatter head-on, clarifying that her dynamic with the media won’t affect anyone in her family, especially her grandson Agastya Nanda. Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan; Agastya Nanda ‘No power on earth can change my grandson’s destiny…’ Speaking about the ongoing speculation that her strained relationship with the paparazzi might impact Agastya’s budding acting career, Jaya brushed off the rumours with trademark composure. “No power on earth can change my grandson’s destiny. If Agastya is destined to be a star, nothing can change it,” she said to Variety India. Agastya, who made his streaming debut in The Archies (2023) and later appeared in Ikkis (2025), may not have seen massive …

‘Ikkis Is Anti-War, Not Pro-Pakistan’: Jaideep Ahlawat’s On-Screen Wife Defends Agastya Nanda Starrer | Bollywood News

‘Ikkis Is Anti-War, Not Pro-Pakistan’: Jaideep Ahlawat’s On-Screen Wife Defends Agastya Nanda Starrer | Bollywood News

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Last Updated:January 24, 2026, 21:00 IST Ekavali Khanna reacts to the backlash around Ikkis, dismissing claims that the film is pro-Pakistan and calling it a pro-humanity, anti-war story focused on grief and sacrifice. Ekavali Khanna has addressed the controversy around Ikkis, firmly rejecting claims that the film glorifies Pakistan and stressing that its core message is rooted in humanity and anti-war sentiment. Actor Ekavali Khanna has responded to the backlash surrounding Ikkis, dismissing allegations that the film glorifies Pakistan as “absurd” and stressing that its core is rooted in humanity, not politics. Khanna, who plays Maryam in the film, believes the outrage overlooks what Ikkis is actually trying to say. Following the strong reactions the film received after its January 2026 release, she has firmly stood by its emotional and creative intent, describing it as a story about grief, loss, and the scars left behind by war. Ekavali Khanna reacts to Ikkis controversy In a conversation with Bollywood Hungama, Ekavali addressed the online criticism accusing Ikkis of portraying Pakistan in a positive light. “It’s a …

Ikkis Lifetime Worldwide Box Office Collections: Agastya Nanda starrer FLOPS with Rs 33 crore

Ikkis Lifetime Worldwide Box Office Collections: Agastya Nanda starrer FLOPS with Rs 33 crore

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Ikkis, starring Agastya Nanda in the lead role, wrapped its entire theatrical run at the box office. The movie could collect a mere Rs. 33 crore gross globally. Most of its earnings came from the domestic markets alone, while overseas markets remained mute.  The movie grossed around Rs. 31.20 crore (Rs. 26 crore net) in India. It collected around Rs. 21.50 crore in its opening week. It further dropped drastically in the second week, when it added a poor Rs. 4.50 crore to the tally. The international markets contributed a sum of just Rs. 2.50 crore (USD 275K) to the whole tally.  The movie had a decent opening, but it couldn’t hold on and lost its momentum very soon. Had the movie opened to superlative word-of-mouth, it would have a chance of making a respectable total.  Released on January 1st, 2026, Ikkis turned out to be the year’s first flop. There used to be a belief in the industry that the first film of the year doesn’t work. The belief continues with Ikkis, too. That, of …

Ikkis Box Office Collections: Agastya Nanda, Simar Bhatia’s military drama turns flop, makes just Rs 4.5 crore in 2nd Week

Ikkis Box Office Collections: Agastya Nanda, Simar Bhatia’s military drama turns flop, makes just Rs 4.5 crore in 2nd Week

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Ikkis wrapped its second week, minting Rs. 4.50 crore after collecting Rs. 21.50 crore in the first week. It dropped by a sharp 80 per cent in the second week, which sealed its fate at the box office. The military drama, starring Agastya Nanda, Simar Bhatia, Dharmendra, Jaideep Ahlawat, and others, couldn’t impress the audience much, which is why it hasn’t seen any sort of growth so far.  The movie had a decent opening, but it couldn’t hold on and lost the momentum very soon. The running cume of Ikkis has reached Rs. 26 crore net in its two weeks of run. Ikkis is almost out of the screens now, with the release of new titles this weekend- Happy Patel, One Two Cha Cha, Rahu Ketu, and others. Had the movie opened to superlative word-of-mouth, it would have stood a chance of making a respectable total.  There used to be a belief in the industry that the first film of the year doesn’t work. The belief continues with Ikkis, too, as the 2026’s first release …

Exclusive! Vivaan Shah praises Ikkis co-star Agastya Nanda’s hardwork

Exclusive! Vivaan Shah praises Ikkis co-star Agastya Nanda’s hardwork

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Agastya Nanda’s Ikkis won immense appreciation upon its release. The film also starred Vivaan Shah in the pivotal role of Captain Vijendra Malhotra, who is a close confidant of Arun Khaterpal, essayed by Agastya. In an exclusive chat with mid-day, the actor reflects on the recognition he is getting after Happy New Year, memories with Shah Rukh Khan, and the nepo kid tag. Vivaan Shah on working with Agastya in Ikkis Talking about the overwhelming response the film received, the actor says, “After Happy New Year, and perhaps Bombay Velvet, this is the biggest release I’ve ever had. It was a huge thing for my parents — Naseeruddin Shah and Ratna Pathak Shah — as well.” Shedding light on his equation with Agastya Nanda, he praised the Archies actor for his hard work. “He gave his life for this film. He is also a very intelligent and thoughtful person and has a very brilliant mind and a vibrant intellect. I was very inspired by him. Interestingly, I was exactly his age when I worked with …

Gurram Paapi Reddy OTT Release: When and where to watch Naresh Agastya, Faria Abdullah’s comedy crime caper online

Gurram Paapi Reddy OTT Release: When and where to watch Naresh Agastya, Faria Abdullah’s comedy crime caper online

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Gurram Paapi Reddy was released in theaters on December 19, 2025, with Naresh Agastya and Faria Abdullah in the lead roles. The movie is now all set to make its debut on the streaming platform. Here are the OTT details. When and where to watch Gurram Paapi Reddy? Gurram Paapi Reddy is slated to release on the OTT platform ZEE5. The film is scheduled to begin streaming on January 16, 2026. The official update was shared by the platform on its social media handle. Sharing the announcement, the platform wrote, “If you are not yet, GET READY for GURRAM PAAPI REDDY! Premieres 16th January.” Here’s the official post: Official trailer and plot of Gurram Paapi Reddy Gurram Paapi Reddy is a comedy crime caper that follows the story of a man named Gurram Paapi (played by Naresh Agastya). He is forced to file for bankruptcy after his chit fund company incurs substantial losses, leaving him financially struggling. Around the same time, he meets Soudamini, a woman who aspires to become a doctor but has lost …