In the maelstrom of Bollywood and cricket, where speculation and reality tend to get confused on more than one occasion, celebrity relationships become the subject of rumor-mongering. One of those buzzes that has surfaced time and again has been the rumor surrounding actress Esha Gupta and cricketer Hardik Pandya. Now, after years of silence, finally, Esha has opened up, providing clarity, calm, and a fresh insight.
A Chapter That Never Really Began
In an honest conversation with Siddharth Kannan, Esha Gupta handled the gossip regarding her and Hardik Pandya elegantly. Contrary to popular belief, Esha revealed that their connection was brief and never quite made it to the ‘dating’ stage.
“Yeah, for some time we were talking. I don’t think we were dating, but yeah, we were talking for a couple of months. We were at that ‘maybe it will happen, maybe it won’t’ stage. It ended before we even reached the dating stage. So it wasn’t dating-dating. We met once or twice; that’s it,” she shared, cutting through years of speculation with composure.
It was a phase of two potential people talking, figuring things out, but one that didn’t evolve into anything serious. Esha’s tone wasn’t dismissive or bitter; instead, it was matter-of-fact and mature, reflecting a woman who has learned to look back without regret.
“It Just Wasn’t Meant To Be”
When asked whether a relationship could have bloomed between the two, Esha didn’t dodge the question. “It maybe could have happened,” she admitted, “but things fizzled out quickly. Timing and compatibility didn’t quite match up.”
There was no fallout, no dramatic ending, and no harsh words exchanged. “There was no drama or bitterness,” she added. “It just wasn’t meant to be.”
In an industry known for its high-profile romances and even higher-profile breakups, Esha’s calm acceptance of the situation is refreshing. Her words weren’t loaded with hidden jabs or cryptic meanings; they were simply the truth of a fleeting connection that didn’t take off.
Moving Beyond Controversy: Selecting Growth Over Gossip
Esha also spoke about another issue that had made news then during Hardik Pandya’s offensive comments on Koffee With Karan in 2019. Although several celebrities, including Esha herself, disapproved of the episode on account of its tone, she clarified that the controversy had no personal effect on her.
“That part didn’t affect me, because we had already stopped talking by then,” she said.
Back in 2019, Esha was among the few celebrities who openly called out the episode’s problematic narrative. But now, with years of growth and reflection behind her, she says she chose not to escalate things further. “They were already going through enough. What good would it do if I jumped in with more criticism?” she remarked, highlighting her emotional maturity.
She also acknowledged that her values and the kind of relationships she seeks may not align with the spotlight-driven nature of a celebrity cricketer’s life. “I look for grounded, meaningful relationships away from public glare,” she said, subtly hinting at the reason why things didn’t align between her and Pandya.
A Career on Her Own Terms
While the media often spotlights personal lives, Esha has always let her work do the talking. Last seen in MX Player’s Aashram along with Bobby Deol, Esha impressed the audience with her on-screen presence in the intense crime thriller. She portrayed a bold, fearless role, showing how strong she is in real life.
She also featured as DCP Laxmi Rathi in One Day: Justice Delivered and has reportedly been approached for a part in Hera Pheri 3, although no official announcement has been made. Next, she can be seen in Bhai Bhai, helmed by Dhwani Gautam and alongside Sonia Rathee and Hiten Patel.
Her professional decisions are an indication of a woman who’s in charge, whether it’s accepting strong roles in OTT shows or rejecting scripts that don’t help her vision. And even away from the screen, she inspires by demonstrating how dignity and elegance can characterize even the most personal tales.
Final Thoughts: Closure With Class
In a world in which celebrity romances are picked apart for entertainment, Esha Gupta’s move to finally talk without sensationalism is commendable. She didn’t need to spill drama to make headlines. Instead, she offered insight, honesty, and an example of how two people can move on from something that never really began without resentment.
Sometimes, stories don’t need a dramatic arc to be meaningful. Sometimes, closure comes quietly, wrapped in wisdom and self-awareness. And that’s exactly the note Esha Gupta struck with her revelation: a gentle reminder that not everything that glitters turns into gold, and that’s perfectly okay.
As she continues her journey on her own terms, both professionally and personally, Esha proves that dignity, grace, and self-respect are always in style.