Indian cricket superstar Shikhar Dhawan, celebrated for his explosive batting on the field and his jovial personality off it, has once again captured the attention of social media users. Known affectionately as “Gabbar,” Dhawan recently shared a lighthearted video on his Instagram profile featuring his girlfriend Sophie Shine, showcasing their playful dynamic and shared sense of humour. The clip has quickly gone viral, delighting fans and adding another hit to Dhawan’s collection of entertaining online content.
Shikhar Dhawan’s new Instagram reel hits the internet
The video, posted on Dhawan’s popular Instagram account (@shikhardofficial), features a comical skit typical of the cricketer’s style. Adding context to the buzz, the video features Dhawan with Sophie, an Irish beauty to which he is dating following parting ways with Ayesha Mukherjee.
In the short clip, Sophie was seen saying, “Guruji, mujhe yahan se jaane ka mann nahi kar raha.” When Dhawan asked, “Kyu?”, she responded, “Mujhe aapke paas rehna hai.” To this, Dhawan delivered a witty remark: “Ghar mein kaam karati hogi maa.” The hilarious clip went viral in no time, leaving fans in stitches.
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Fans reaction and engagement to Dhawan’s post
The response to the video has been overwhelmingly positive. The comments section is flooded with laughing emojis and messages praising the couple’s comedic timing. Fans lauded the clip as “hilarious,” “relatable,” and “couple goals.” Many fellow cricketers and celebrities also chimed in, reacting with amusement and appreciation for the duo’s performance. The high engagement levels underscore Dhawan’s massive popularity and the audience’s enjoyment of his off-field persona.
Notably, reports of Dhawan being in relationship with Sophie started swirling after the duo was spotted together at an ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match in Dubai. Since then, they’ve made several public appearances together. Following Dhawan’s confirmation about his new romance, fans are now hoping he’ll make the relationship official and take the next big step.
