After years of speculation, actress Esha Gupta has finally opened up about her rumored relationship with Indian cricketer Hardik Pandya. In a candid interview with Siddharth Kannan, the Raaz 3 actress clarified that while the two were in touch briefly, it never blossomed into a full-fledged romance.
“Yeah, for some time we were talking. I don’t think we were dating, but yeah, we were talking for a couple of months,” Esha revealed, adding that they met only once or twice.
She described their bond as being at the “maybe it will happen, maybe it won’t” stage. However, things fizzled out naturally before reaching any serious point. “There was no drama or bitterness. It just wasn’t meant to be,” she said, citing timing and lack of compatibility as the reasons.
On Hardik’s Koffee With Karan Controversy
Esha also addressed whether Pandya’s infamous 2019 appearance on Koffee With Karan — which stirred backlash for its sexist remarks — affected her.
“That part didn’t affect me, because we had already stopped talking by then,” she clarified.
Interestingly, she had previously criticized the tone of the episode but now reflects on it differently:
“They were already going through enough. What good would it do if I jumped in with more criticism?”
She emphasized personal growth and emotional maturity, choosing not to fuel controversy.
On Why It Didn’t Work Out
Esha hinted at a possible clash of lifestyles, stating:
“I look for grounded, meaningful relationships away from the public spotlight,”
something that may not align with Pandya’s high-profile public life as an Indian cricketer and media figure.
What’s Next for Esha?
- Last seen in Ek Badnaam Aashram 3 Part 2 alongside Bobby Deol
- Played DCP Laxmi Rathi in One Day: Justice Delivered
- Rumored to be joining the cast of Hera Pheri 3 — though official confirmation is still awaited
With this rare glimpse into her personal life, Esha has offered clarity and poise, choosing transparency over gossip. As she continues her professional journey, her focus remains firmly on meaningful roles and a private life away from the headlines.
