The Tendulkar family has been generating buzz by hosting some of India’s biggest names at Arjun Tendulkar and Saaniya Chandhok’s wedding in Mumbai on March 5. The list of guests likely includes Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, President Droupadi Murmu, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, and reportedly Sonia Gandhi. This unusual blend of political personalities from various parties has received attention from fans and media as well. Arjun, 26, is the left-arm pacer for Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL, and Saaniya Chandhok hails from the known Ghai household and manages Mr. Paws Pet Spa & Store.
Their union has already become a talking point not only in cricket and Bollywood circles, but also in the political fraternity. The festivities begin on March 3, reserved for close family and friends, ahead of the grand wedding ceremony. Sachin Tendulkar’s visits to the invited leadership community were warm, with photos showing up on X (formerly Twitter). He thanked the invited leaders for their blessings and support by posting about his own family with such warm feelings in his posts. Such gestures are widely respected, highlighting the personal aspect of India’s most celebrated cricketer.
Fans and commentators observe the bipartisan approach, taking the guest list as a mark of respect that transcends political lines. In a time when political divisions often dominate headlines, the Tendulkars’ talent in uniting leaders across party lines around a family celebration has been widely heralded as one of the many moments of unity in the country. As March 5 draws near, Arjun and Saaniya’s wedding promises to be more than a glam event. It is becoming something of a symbolic sports, business and politics gathering, showcasing both the Tendulkar family’s place on the global stage as well as the lasting power of Sachin Tendulkar on Indian soil.
