One of the most talked about celebrity weddings at the moment is that of cricketer Arjun Tendulkar and entrepreneur Saaniya Chandhok. The son of cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar is set to marry his long-time partner on March 5 in Mumbai, with the ceremony expected to be a private affair attended by close family and friends.
Their relationship developed quietly over the years, rooted in long-standing family connections and friendships in Mumbai’s social circles.
How their story began
Arjun Tendulkar and Saaniya Chandhok’s paths first crossed through family and social networks in Mumbai. Their families had known each other for years. Saaniya’s grandfather, Ravi Ghai, who is the chairman of the Graviss Group, shares a long association with Sachin Tendulkar, Hindustan Times reported.
While Arjun continued his cricket career – currently known for playing as an all-rounder for the Mumbai Indians in the IPL – Saaniya was building her own professional path as an entrepreneur. He runs a pet business and is making a name for himself in the startup space.
However, their bond has reportedly grown stronger thanks to Sara Tendulkar. Saaniya has been Sara’s close friend for years and often spent time with the Tendulkar family at gatherings, holidays and occasional outings.
Over time, Arjun and Saaniya’s friendship deepened until it eventually blossomed into a romantic relationship.
Interestingly, Saaniya is a year older than Arjun. She is 26, while the cricketer is 25 – a detail many fans have noted as a refreshing break from traditional expectations.
A silent engagement
The couple got engaged on 13 August 2025 in a private ceremony at the Ghai family residence in Mumbai. Only close family members and a close circle of friends attended the event.
The engagement remained largely under wraps until it was later confirmed by Sachin Tendulkar himself during an interaction on Reddit.
Earlier this February, the couple and their families were also present at the Grand Puja hosted by the Ambani family in Jamnagar. The ceremony was held at the same venue where Anant and Radhika Ambani’s elaborate pre-wedding celebrations were held last year.
During the rally, Sachin Tendulkar spoke about his son taking a big step in his life and was visibly emotional.
“When your son brings home a girl … you know he’s grown up. They look madly in love,” he said.
Wedding in Mumbai
Arjun Tendulkar and Saaniya Chandhok are expected to tie the knot in Mumbai on March 5. The wedding is said to be an intimate celebration with family and close friends, in line with the Tendulkar family’s preference for privacy.
As the Tendulkar household prepares for the big day, their journey — which started as a family friendship and blossomed into a relationship — has caught the attention of fans across the country.
