Patna: For years, their relationship played out in glimpses — a familiar face in the stands during an IPL match, a birthday celebration abroad, a photograph that quietly went viral. Now, the love story of Indian cricketer Ishan Kishan has stepped firmly into the open, with family elders confirming that wedding plans are under way.
After nearly six years of dating, Kishan and model Aditi Hundia have decided to marry. The announcement came not through a formal statement, but via the cricketer’s grandfather, Anurag Pandey, who lives in Aurangabad and spoke warmly about the relationship.
“Ishan’s choice is my choice,” he said, adding that he had once told his grandson he did not wish to leave the world without seeing his daughter-in-law. It was during that conversation, he revealed, that Kishan first spoke openly about Aditi. The family, he said, accepted the relationship without hesitation.
From IPL whispers to family approval
Speculation about the couple’s closeness first gathered momentum during the 2019 IPL season, when Hundia was frequently seen cheering from the stands. Photographs of the two surfaced on social media, prompting fan curiosity. Yet the pair remained largely private, with only close friends aware of the seriousness of their bond.
In 2025, while Kishan was touring the West Indies, Hundia travelled there as well. The two celebrated a birthday together on 18 July — a moment that further cemented public perception of a committed relationship. She was also spotted at several domestic and international fixtures, including a match in Delhi.
Over time, family members sensed that the relationship was more than a passing romance. Conversations have now moved towards logistics and timelines.
A model with her own spotlight
Hundia, a Jaipur-based model, has built a career in the fashion industry since her college days. She won Miss Diva in 2018 and was a finalist in the Femina Miss India contest, gaining recognition for her work in modelling and brand endorsements. Her father is a businessman in Jaipur, and she has cultivated a substantial following on social media.
Wedding plans shaped by cricket calendar
According to family members, the wedding is likely to take place later this year or in 2027, depending on Kishan’s cricketing commitments. The main ceremony is expected to be held in Jaipur, with a reception possibly in Patna or in Kishan’s ancestral village. The cricketer has previously joked that his wedding procession might arrive “by flight”, reflecting the scale of attention surrounding the event.
The family has also made clear that caste considerations were never an obstacle. “The children’s happiness matters more,” his grandfather said.
For fans, the union promises a blend of cricket and glamour — a modern partnership that has grown quietly over years before stepping into the public eye. As fixtures are finalised and calendars aligned, anticipation is building for what many already describe as one of the most awaited weddings in Indian sport.
