Ameesha Patel dismisses Hardik Pandya dating rumors

Actress Ameesha Patel has sarcastically dismissed social media speculation linking her romantically with Indian cricketer Hardik Pandya. The rumors began circulating after a video of Patel placing her hand on Pandya's shoulder at a Mumbai hotel gathering went viral. The video, shared by an X user who suggested that online rumors about the two were proving true, showed Patel introducing Pandya to friends. The casual gesture was interpreted by some as a sign of a romantic connection. In response, Patel shared a screenshot of the post on her Instagram Stories on September 6, 2026, using sarcasm to address the speculation. "So true, ya. My god, you're correct-truly romantic way my hand was on him," Patel wrote, according to reports. She also directly addressed the user, suggesting they might benefit from having friendships before making such assumptions about others. Patel's reaction indicated her displeasure with the overinterpretation of a simple interaction. Pandya's personal life has previously garnered public attention. He is currently in a relationship with model Mahieka Sharma, having made their relationship official in 2025.