Shikhar Dhawan Marries Sophie Shine in Private Delhi-NCR Ceremony

Former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan married his longtime girlfriend Sophie Shine in a private ceremony on February 21, 2026, in Delhi-NCR. The couple publicly confirmed their relationship in May 2025 and announced their engagement in January 2026. Sophie Shine, an Irish corporate professional and head of the Shikhar Dhawan Foundation, has been a part of Dhawan's life since their meeting in Dubai. Dhawan's previous marriage to Aesha Mukherjee ended in divorce in 2023, with ongoing custody challenges involving their son. The wedding was attended by close family, friends, and cricketing colleagues, including Yuzvendra Chahal and Rohit Sharma, and featured traditional Indian attire designed by Manish Malhotra. The event received widespread congratulations from the cricket and entertainment communities.