In February, former cricketer Shikhar Dhawan will marry Sophie Shine, an Irish national. The wedding celebrations are expected to take place in the Delhi-NCR region during the third week of February, with notable figures from both the cricket and Bollywood communities attending the events.
Preparations for the couple’s upcoming ceremony are already in progress, with the majority of details being kept private. An insider indicated that this occasion marks a new beginning for the couple, who are approaching it with a sense of quiet happiness and immense gratitude. It’s also highlighted that Shikhar is taking a hands-on approach in the planning process to ensure the wedding truly represents his current life stage.
Sophie currently leads the Shikhar Dhawan Foundation, which serves as the charitable component of Da One Sports, Shikhar Dhawan’s corporate enterprise. In addition, Shikhar has recently launched his autobiography titled “The One: My Life and More,” providing insights into his personal and professional journey.
The news follows months of speculation regarding the couple’s relationship. Rumors initially began when Dhawan was seen with Shine in the stands during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, prompting intrigue about the identity of the woman accompanying him. As time progressed, hints on social media and their public appearances further intensified public interest and curiosity.
Shikhar Dhawan and Sophie met in Dubai a few years ago, evolving their friendship into a serious relationship, with reports indicating they have been living together for over a year. Sophie has played a supportive role in Shikhar’s professional life, particularly during his participation in IPL 2024 while playing for Punjab Kings. Prior to this relationship, Shikhar was married to Ayesha Mukherjee, with whom he shares an 11-year-old son, Zoravar Dhawan.
Shikhar has recently indicated that he is in a relationship during a public event, where he opted not to disclose the identity of his partner but openly discussed his journey towards finding companionship once more. As February approaches, insiders close to the couple suggest that their forthcoming wedding is focused more on initiating a new chapter in their lives rather than attracting media attention.
