Mumbai — March 5, 2026: Several legendary Indian cricketers gathered in Mumbai on Thursday for the pre-wedding celebrations of Arjun Tendulkar, son of cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar, and entrepreneur Saaniya Chandhok.
Videos from the ceremony quickly went viral on social media after fans spotted MS Dhoni and Yuvraj Singh arriving at the event to bless the couple.
The wedding is scheduled to take place on March 6, 2026, after a week of celebrations and traditional ceremonies.
Star Cricketers Join the Celebration
Many big names from Indian cricket attended the pre-wedding event in Mumbai. Former India captain MS Dhoni and World Cup-winning all-rounder Yuvraj Singh were among the most talked-about guests.
Former India head coach Rahul Dravid, legendary spinner Anil Kumble, and Venkatesh Prasad, president of the Karnataka State Cricket Association, were also present.
India’s current men’s team head coach Gautam Gambhir was spotted at the event as well. He attended the function before India’s ICC T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final clash against England at the Wankhede Stadium later in the day.
Clips showing the cricketers arriving at the celebration have been widely shared online, with fans reacting excitedly.
Wedding Festivities Begin in Mumbai
The wedding celebrations began earlier this week with traditional functions in Mumbai.
Family members and close friends attended ceremonies such as mehendi and sangeet, which featured music, dancing, and cultural rituals.
The couple had previously announced their engagement in August 2025 during a private ceremony attended by close relatives.
Who Is Saaniya Chandhok?
Saaniya Chandhok is a Mumbai-based entrepreneur and belongs to a well-known business family.
She is the granddaughter of industrialist Ravi Ghai, chairman of the Graviss Group. Saaniya works in the pet-care and animal welfare sector and has built a career as a veterinary technician and entrepreneur.
Her work focuses on animal care and services related to pets.
Prominent Guests Invited
Sachin Tendulkar has reportedly invited several top leaders and public figures to attend the wedding celebrations.
The guest list includes President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi.
Earlier in February, Tendulkar personally met Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde to invite him to the ceremony.
Arjun Tendulkar’s Cricket Career
Meanwhile, Arjun Tendulkar has been performing well on the field. He recently impressed in the DY Patil Cup and is set to play for Lucknow Super Giants in the upcoming IPL 2026 season.
As the wedding approaches, fans continue to follow updates from the celebrations, especially after the appearance of cricket legends at the event.
