The Tendulkar household is gearing up for a milestone moment. Arjun Tendulkar, son of cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar, is set to marry entrepreneur Saaniya Chandhok on March 5, 2026, in Mumbai.
While the families are keeping details close to their hearts, the upcoming nuptials have already sparked excitement across cricketing, political, and business circles.
Inviting the Nation’s Leaders
In the lead-up to the wedding, Sachin Tendulkar personally met several national leaders to extend invitations.
On Tuesday, he met President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Sharing a photograph on X, he wrote, “Last February, Hon’ble President Smt. Droupadi Murmu ji graciously hosted us at Rashtrapati Bhavan. We relived some of those cherished memories when we met the President today to invite her to Arjun and Saaniya’s wedding. Thank you for your warm wishes, Hon’ble President.”
Tendulkar also visited Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his residence to invite him personally. He shared, “We were honoured to invite Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji to Arjun and Saaniya’s wedding. Thank you, Modi ji, for your blessings and thoughtful advice for the young couple.”
After meeting Union Home Minister Amit Shah, he wrote, “We cordially invited Hon’ble Home Minister Shri @AmitShah ji to Arjun and Saaniya’s wedding. Thank you for the warmth extended to our family. We deeply appreciate your kind wishes.”
In addition, the family also met Rahul Gandhi, Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, to extend a formal invitation for the celebrations. The outreach across political lines has drawn attention, reflecting the goodwill and relationships the Tendulkar family shares across the national spectrum.
Who is Arjun Tendulkar?
Carrying one of the most celebrated surnames in Indian sport is no small feat — and Arjun Tendulkar knows it well.
A tall left-arm fast bowler and capable lower-order batsman, Arjun has steadily built his own identity in domestic cricket. After beginning his journey in Mumbai, he transitioned to Goa, where he made headlines with a sensational Ranji Trophy debut century in 2022 — mirroring his father Sachin’s iconic first-class debut hundred.
He made his IPL debut in 2023 with the Mumbai Indians. While IPL 2025 proved challenging, as he did not get a chance to play a single match, Arjun remains a promising talent. Recently traded to the Lucknow Super Giants, he is set to don the LSG jersey next season and will once again be under the spotlight.
His career may still be in its early stages, but he continues to carve a distinct path in Indian domestic cricket.
Who is Saaniya Chandhok?
If Arjun represents cricketing legacy, Saaniya Chandhok brings entrepreneurial drive.
She is the granddaughter of Mumbai-based businessman Ravi Ghai, whose family has a strong presence in the hospitality and food industries, including ownership of the InterContinental hotel and the popular ice-cream brand Brookly Creamery.
Despite coming from one of Mumbai’s influential business families, Saaniya prefers to maintain a low public profile. A graduate in business management from the London School of Economics, she returned to India to pursue her passion for animals.
She is the founder of Mr. Paws, India’s first luxury pet spa offering advanced treatments such as Korean Microbubble therapy and CO2 Japanese hydrotherapy for dogs and cats. The brand currently operates two outlets in Mumbai and offers a wide range of premium services for pets.
A trained veterinary technician, Saaniya has reportedly been part of the Tendulkar inner circle for quite some time.
A Private Engagement in 2025
Reports of Arjun Tendulkar and Saaniya Chandhok’s engagement surfaced on August 13, 2025. The ceremony was described as an intimate affair attended by close family and friends.
While neither the Tendulkar nor the Ghai family issued an official statement, media outlets suggested the couple have been friends since childhood. Several photos of the two have circulated online over the years.
Saaniya also shares a warm bond with Arjun’s sister, Sara Tendulkar, and the two were spotted attending a wedding together earlier in the year.
The engagement quietly marked the beginning of their journey toward marriage.
Jamnagar Arrival: Festivities Begin
A day after Valentine’s Day 2026, the Tendulkar family touched down in Jamnagar to join the wedding festivities, reportedly being hosted in association with the Ambanis.
Several paparazzi videos captured their arrival at the airport, offering glimpses of the family as celebrations began.
Sachin Tendulkar kept it casual in a light blue shirt.
Anjali Tendulkar chose a polished pink shirt paired with sunglasses, striking a refined yet effortless note.
Sara Tendulkar opted for chic comfort in a fitted black top layered with a grey shawl and high-waisted light-wash blue jeans, her hair styled in a minimal pulled-back look.
The visuals hinted at celebrations that are understated yet thoughtfully curated.
What We Know About the Wedding
The wedding festivities are scheduled to commence on March 3, 2026, building up to the main ceremony on March 5, 2026, in Mumbai.
The event is expected to be a relatively low-key affair, with attendance limited to close relatives and friends, despite drawing interest from prominent personalities across cricket, politics and business.
The ceremony is reportedly planned as an evening affair, followed by a formal dinner reception.
While it may not be an extravagant spectacle, Arjun Tendulkar and Saaniya Chandhok’s wedding promises to be a meaningful celebration — one that blends legacy, ambition and a new beginning for two families deeply rooted in their respective worlds.
