Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan set to marry longtime girlfriend Sophie Shine

Shikhar Dhawan, former India opener, is slated to marry Sophie Shine, his long-time lover, in February 2026. According to several media sources, the wedding will take place in the third week of February in the Delhi-NCR region and is expected to be a huge affair featuring major figures from both the cricket and Bollywood sectors.

The wedding marks a big milestone for the former Indian cricketer, who divorced from Ayesha Mukherjee in October 2023. According to HT City, Dhawan and Sophie are planning a grandiose wedding in Delhi-NCR, with preparations well begun. A source close to the pair claimed that the couple is approaching the event with calm joy and thankfulness. Notably, Dhawan is personally involved in preparing the festivities.

The couple reportedly met in Dubai a few years ago. Their friendship gradually evolved into a romantic relationship. After being together for over a year and living together, the couple decided to formalise their bond. Their relationship first came into public view when they were spotted together during matches at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

Sophie Shine associated with Shikhar Dhawan Foundation

Sophie is a corporate professional with a background in marketing and management, having earned her degree from the Limerick Institute of Technology. She has worked as a senior product consultant in the financial services sector and is also associated with the Shikhar Dhawan Foundation.

Dhawan had earlier opened up about his desire for companionship in public interactions, though he chose not to name Shine at the time. Their growing public appearances and social media moments made their relationship evident.