Celebrations are underway for the Tendulkar family as Arjun Tendulkar, son of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, has become engaged to Saaniya Chandok. Chandok is the granddaughter of Ravi Iqbal Ghai, a prominent Mumbai businessman. The engagement ceremony was a private affair, attended only by close family and friends, marking a significant event for both families.
At 25 years old, Arjun Tendulkar is actively building his career in cricket. He is a left-arm pacer and a useful lower-order batsman, currently representing Goa in domestic cricket and a member of the Mumbai Indians team in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Arjun started his career for Mumbai during the 2020/21 season before moving to Goa, where he made his first-class and List A debuts. He has played 17 red-ball cricket games, accumulating 532 runs, including a century and two fifties, while taking 37 wickets. His IPL career includes five appearances with three wickets and a best figure of 1/9.
With the Ranji Trophy and a busy domestic season approaching, Arjun will continue playing for Goa, alongside his IPL commitments with Mumbai Indians.
Saaniya Chandok, while not as publicly known as Arjun, comes from a distinguished background. She is the granddaughter of Ravi Iqbal Ghai, head of Graviss Hospitality, a renowned name in the hospitality and food industry. The Ghai family’s legacy traces back to I.K. Ghai, the founder of the Kwality Ice Cream brand. Graviss Hospitality has a global presence, with interests in the Middle East and other regions. Their current ventures include the InterContinental hotel in Mumbai and the popular dessert brand Brooklyn Creamery.
Saaniya is also a Director and Designated Partner of Mr. Paws Pet Spa & Store LLP, a Mumbai-based pet care start-up. She is a veterinary technician, having completed the ABC program under WVS.
The news of the engagement has garnered attention within the cricket and business communities. This union brings together the worlds of sports and hospitality, connected by a personal relationship. While the couple is maintaining a low profile, with Arjun focused on the upcoming cricket season and Saaniya on her career, this engagement offers good news to the Tendulkar family’s followers.