The countdown to one of cricket’s most awaited weddings is officially on! Former Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan and his Irish girlfriend-turned-fiancée Sophie Shine are all set to become the Dhawans — and their sangeet night just proved this celebration is going to be nothing short of spectacular.
On February 19, 2026, the couple dropped stunning pictures from their sangeet with the sweetest caption: “Sangeet night. Almost the Dhawans.” — and honestly, the internet melted.
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Shikhar Dhawan & Sophie Shine: Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Groom | Shikhar Dhawan |
| Bride-to-be | Sophie Shine |
| Nationality | Indian & Irish |
| Engagement Date | January 12, 2026 |
| Wedding Venue | Delhi NCR |
| Pre-wedding Events | Sangeet (Feb 19, 2026) |
| Shikhar’s Sangeet Look | Ivory embellished blazer + chikankari kurta |
| Sophie’s Sangeet Look | Rose-gold crystal lehenga with polki jewellery |
From a Dreamy Proposal to Sangeet Night — The Love Story So Far
Shikhar and Sophie made their love story official on Instagram before announcing their engagement on January 12, 2026. The proposal was set against a dreamy backdrop of red roses, and the couple shared the joy with the world saying they were choosing “togetherness forever.”
Sophie, who has been closely associated with the Shikhar Dhawan Foundation, has been a constant presence in his life — both personally and professionally. The Irish beauty clearly embraced her Indian wedding traditions wholeheartedly, stepping into the sangeet night looking absolutely breathtaking.
For the evening, Sophie wore a rose-gold crystal lehenga featuring bird motifs, a matching blouse, and embroidered net dupatta — accessorised with a heavy polki choker, jhumkas, maangtika, bangles, and a cocktail ring. A full traditional Indian bridal look, worn with effortless grace.
Shikhar, ever the charming Gabbar, kept his look dapper yet warm — an ivory embellished blazer over a chikankari kurta, finished with a peach pocket-square. The couple’s pictures radiate genuine joy, the kind no stylist can manufacture.
The star-studded wedding is set to take place in Delhi NCR with several big names expected to attend. For more cricket and sports celeb updates, visit TechnoSports.
FAQs
Q1: Who is Shikhar Dhawan marrying in 2026?
Shikhar Dhawan is marrying Sophie Shine, his Irish girlfriend, in a star-studded wedding ceremony in Delhi NCR in February 2026, following their engagement on January 12, 2026.
Q2: What did Shikhar Dhawan and Sophie Shine wear at their sangeet?
Shikhar wore an ivory embellished blazer over a chikankari kurta, while Sophie stole the show in a rose-gold crystal lehenga paired with elaborate polki jewellery.
