Mumbai is currently the epicenter of a star-studded extravaganza as business mogul Mukesh Ambani's youngest son, Anant Ambani, ties the knot with Radhika Merchant. The event has drawn a glittering array of celebrities from the worlds of cricket and Bollywood. Among the high-profile attendees is Hardik Pandya, the vice-captain of the Indian cricket team who played a crucial role in India's T20 World Cup 2024 title triumph. The cricketer added to the festivities with his energetic dance moves with famous Bollywood actress Ananya Pandey which were captured on video. The footage has quickly gone viral, further amplifying the excitement surrounding the Ambani-Merchant wedding.
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Hardik Pandya enjoys a close relationship with the Ambani family, extending beyond his role as captain of the Mumbai Indians. The IPL franchise, owned by Reliance Industries, is heavily involved by Anant's mother Nita Ambani and brother Akash Ambani. Pandya's journey with the Mumbai Indians began in 2015 when they purchased him for a modest sum of 10 lakhs during the IPL auction. Within a year, he had made his mark on the Indian national team. Over the next seven seasons, he was an integral part of the Mumbai Indians, contributing to four IPL titles. After a two-season stint with the Gujarat Titans, Hardik returned to the Mumbai Indians in a high-profile trade deal ahead of the 2024 IPL season. He was appointed captain, replacing the legendary Rohit Sharma, who had led the team to five title glory.
Hardik Pandya is widely expected to be named India's new T20I captain following Rohit Sharma's retirement. His pivotal role in India's T20 World Cup victory, where he excelled with both bat and ball, has solidified his position as a strong contender for the captaincy. Pandya's exceptional performance, including a match-winning final over, has further enhanced his reputation as a leader. Joining the celebrations at the Ambani wedding, Hardik was accompanied by his brother Krunal Pandya and teammate Ishan Kishan. The event also witnessed the presence of Suryakumar Yadav and the legendary MS Dhoni, adding to the star-studded gathering.
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