Is Hardik Pandya in love again after parting ways with Natasa Stankovic? If social media discussions and speculations are to be believed, then the answer is yes. Reports suggest that Hardik’s alleged new love interest is none other than famous singer and TV personality Jasmin Walia. Jasmin has been spotted cheering for Mumbai Indians and its captain, Hardik Pandya, during two IPL 2025 matches. She was even seen boarding the MI team bus after their victory against Kolkata Knight Riders, which has fueled the rumors even further. Only players and their close associates are allowed in the team bus, making the speculations even stronger.
Who is Jasmin Walia?
Jasmin Walia is a well-known singer and television personality who has performed in multiple languages, including English, Punjabi, and Hindi. She gained immense popularity in the South Asian music industry. Her rise to fame began with the release of her 2017 hit song “Bom Diggy”, which she sang in collaboration with British-Pakistani singer Zack Knight. The track became a chart-topping sensation and established her as a rising star in the music industry.
Before entering the music industry, Jasmin gained recognition through reality television. She first appeared on the British reality TV series “The Only Way Is Essex”, which premiered in 2010. This exposure helped her gain familiarity with audiences and paved the way for her entertainment career.
In February 2014, Jasmin launched her personal YouTube channel, where she shared covers of popular songs, showcasing her singing talent. She frequently collaborated with fellow artists like Zack Knight and Olly Green Music, which helped her gain more recognition. Her YouTube success eventually led to a career as a recording artist.
Jasmin further ventured into reality TV in 2015 with “Desi Rascals 2”, a docu-reality series focusing on British Asians. She appeared in the show alongside her then-boyfriend Ross Worswick, which further enhanced her public image.
In 2016, Jasmin officially entered the music industry with her debut song “Dum Dee Dee Dum”, once again collaborating with Zack Knight. The track highlighted her vocal talents and laid the foundation for her future in the music world. That same year, she released her second single, “Girl Like Me”, which premiered on her YouTube channel, solidifying her presence as an emerging artist.
By 2017, Jasmin had made a strong mark in the music industry, releasing her third single, “Temple”, followed by “Go Down”, and later, the superhit “Bom Diggy”. The latter became a breakthrough moment in her career, taking her to new heights in the music world.
The success of “Bom Diggy” reached even greater levels when it was selected as an official soundtrack for the 2018 Bollywood film “Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety”. This brought Jasmin into the Indian entertainment industry and significantly increased her fan following, making her a well-known public figure.
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Jasmin Walia’s Educational Background
Jasmin Walia was born in Essex, UK, into a Punjabi family. She has a brother named Danny Walia. She is quite active on Instagram and has over 700,000 followers.
From a young age, she had a passion for entertainment and acting. At just 10 years old, she started her journey in performing arts and joined a theatre school to refine her acting skills.
She applied to Cambridge University to study Philosophy, but her application was rejected. Later, she worked in the banking sector, serving as a customer advisor at NatWest Bank for a few years. She also enrolled in an accountancy course with the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) but dropped out later.
Why Are Hardik Pandya and Jasmin Walia in the News After Monday’s Match?
After Mumbai Indians’ eight-wicket victory against Kolkata Knight Riders, Jasmin Walia started trending on social media. Fans shifted their focus to her presence in the stands, where she was seen cheering for Mumbai Indians and Hardik Pandya. This fueled more speculation about their rumored relationship.
The rumors intensified when Jasmin was spotted boarding the Mumbai Indians team bus after the match. Since team buses only allow players and their close associates, her presence further strengthened the speculations.
Was Jasmin Spotted During the Champions Trophy Too?
This isn’t the first time rumors about their relationship have surfaced. During the India vs Pakistan match in the Champions Trophy, Jasmin was also seen in the stands. Some fans even claimed that she blew flying kisses toward Hardik Pandya, and pictures from the match went viral. She was also spotted during the Champions Trophy final and even shared pictures from the event on Instagram.
When Did the Rumors First Start?
Speculations about Hardik Pandya and Jasmin Walia’s relationship first surfaced when both were vacationing in Greece. Around the same time, Jasmin shared photos from Greece on her social media. Fans quickly noticed that both were posting pictures from similar locations, adding more fuel to the rumors.
