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Mahieka Sharma Pushes Back on T20 World Cup PDA Backlash as Complaint Filed Over Hardik Pandya’s Flag Use

Her 'Never settle' Instagram note follows a police filing that accuses Pandya of disrespecting the Tricolour during post‑match celebrations.

Overview

  • Mahieka Sharma addressed online criticism of her on‑field hug and kiss with Hardik Pandya by sharing a 'Never settle' message on Instagram Stories.
  • A complaint citing Section 2 of the 1971 National Flag Act was lodged at Shivaji Nagar Police Station, with Advocate Wajid Khan alleging Pandya disrespected the flag during celebrations.
  • Videos from Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium show Sharma joining Pandya on the field after India’s T20 World Cup win, with the pair kissing, dancing and walking hand in hand.
  • The legal complaint references clips in which Pandya had the Tricolour draped over his shoulders and was seen lying on a stage with Sharma as celebrations continued.
  • Recent paparazzi sightings in Mumbai, including a Gateway of India outing, and Sharma’s denial of engagement rumors after wearing a large ring have kept the couple in the spotlight.