Arjun Tendulkar and Saaniya Chandhok

In what promised to be one of the most closely watched celebrations of the year, the wedding of legendary batsman Sachin Tendulkar’s son, Arjun Tendulkar and Saaniya Chandhok unfolded as an elegant union rooted in legacy, grace and quiet sophistication. The occasion was envisioned as an intimate yet momentous gathering, bringing together two Mumbai families in a celebration that balanced tradition with contemporary charm.

The engagement was announced in August 2025 via a quiet photograph followed by a flurry of warm wishes. The announcement was understated yet instantly headline worthy, drawing attention from cricketing circles, political leaders and Mumbai’s social elite alike.

A few weeks before the wedding, the couple and their parents were seen with their families at the residences of Droupadi Murmu, Narendra Modi, Amit Shah and Rahul Gandhi. Accompanied by Saaniya’s brother, Ishaan and Arjun’s sister, Sara, the visits reflected both the gravitas of the Tendulkar name and the warmth with which this union was being welcomed.

Saaniya possesses an entrepreneurial streak. She runs a niche pet grooming brand that has quietly built a small yet loyal clientele. Her father runs an automobile-related business in South Mumbai, while her mother, Gaurika Chandhok, is the daughter of Ravi Ghai, who once helmed Marine Drive’s iconic Natraj Hotel. Gaurika’s brother is well-known hotelier and serial entrepreneur Gaurav Ghai. Arjun, meanwhile, has been steadily shaping his own cricketing journey. A left-arm pacer and capable lower-order batsman, he rose through the Mumbai domestic circuit before stepping onto the Indian Premier League stage.

A significant milestone in their relationship unfolded during a family holiday in Indore, where Saaniya was introduced to Anjali’s side of the family. The Tendulkars stayed at the Ahilya Fort Heritage Hotel, its riverfront setting lending the occasion an old-world charm. Sachin shared glimpses from the getaway on Instagram, a seemingly casual post that marked a meaningful moment as Saaniya was embraced into the family fold.

The celebrations in Mumbai were designed to remain intimate and tasteful. And before the Mumbai celebrations, a one-evening pre-wedding gathering in Jamnagar set the tone with warmth, laughter and a close circle of friends and family.

The Gallops at Mumbai’s Mahalakshmi Race Course was the venue for the Mehendi on March 3. It was an intimate affair, and guests included Sachin’s cricket buddies Ravi Shastri, Yuvraj Singh, Harbhajan Singh, Zaheer Khan, Irfaan Pathan, Yusuf Pathan and Ajit Agarkar. On the menu was Gallops’ signature Punjabi fare and popular Continental dishes. And of course, Sachin’s favourite Maharashtrian and Coastal cuisine. The evening ended early, while the paparazzi kept waiting for more photo ops with the Tendulkars. Anjali was seen escorting her father, Anand Mehta, while Sachin returned to the main entrance to see off Raj and Sharmila Thackeray.

Earlier, the intimate home celebrations including the pooja, the bride’s mehendi, and the chuda ceremony were marked by soft, elegant beauty looks crafted by WeddingSutra Favorite – Sabahat Ansari, who kept Saaniya’s makeup fresh, luminous and perfectly in tune with the understated tone of the festivities.

The wedding, hosted at The St. Regis Mumbai, generated a lot of social media buzz, especially for the many VIP sightings as one of India’s most famous families reached out to guests with invites. With cricketing legends, close family and other celebrities in attendance, the wedding remained a well-watched affair even as it remained intimate in typical Tendulkar style.

The Wedding Makers
Venues: Gallops Restaurant (Mehndi); The St. Regis Mumbai (Wedding)
Wedding Planner: Eternity by Trinity
Decor: Fleuron Decor
Photography: Epic Stories
Makeup: Sabahat Ansari (Chuda, Mehendi)
Makeup – Family & Friends: Nishi Singh (Anjali Tendulkar)
Entertainment: Harshdeep Kaur (Mehendi)
DJ: Zal Shroff (Mehendi)
Bartenders: The Tipsy Co (Mehendi)

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