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Serbian model Natasa Stankovic and Indian cricketer Hardik Pandya confirmed their separation on Thursday evening. The couple released a joint statement on Instagram, announcing that they have decided to part ways mutually. Despite their split, they will continue to share parental responsibilities for their 3-year-old son, Agastya.
Hardik shared a post on Instagram stating, "After 4 years together, Natasa and I have decided to mutually part ways. We tried our best and gave it our all, and we believe this is in the best interest of both of us. This was a tough decision for us, given the joy, mutual respect, and companionship we enjoyed together and as we grew as a family."
In their joint statement, the couple affirmed their commitment to co-parenting, saying, "We are blessed with Agastya, who will continue to be at the center of both our lives, and we will co-parent to ensure that we give him everything that we can for his happiness."
They also requested privacy during this challenging time, stating, "We sincerely request your support and understanding to give us privacy during this difficult and sensitive time."
Speculation about the couple's separation had been circulating for months, intensifying when Natasa dropped the "Pandya" surname from her Instagram profile.
Hardik Pandya has been a vital asset to the Indian cricket team in recent years, while Natasa Stankovic has pursued a film career. The couple, who got engaged in January 2020, share a three-year-old son named Agastya and have been a prominent celebrity couple in the Indian sports and entertainment landscape.