Shikhar Pahariya is an Indian entrepreneur, polo player, showjumper, and philanthropist. He is famous for being the maternal grandchild of the former Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Sushilkumar Shinde. Shikhar is also the ex-boyfriend of the actress Janhvi Kapoor.
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Wiki/Biography
Shikhar Pahariya was born in 1996 (age 23 years; as in 2019) in Mumbai. He did his schooling from Bombay Scottish School and Dhirubhai Ambani International School. He did his BA in Global Financial Management from Regent’s University London. [1]LinkedIn
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 7″
Eye Colour: Black
Hair Colour: Black
Family
Parents & Siblings
He was born to Sanjay Pahariya (businessman) and Smruti Sanjay Pahariya.
Shikhar Pahariya with his father
His parents got divorced in 2008. He has a brother named Veer Pahariya.
Shikhar Pahariya with his brother
Other Relatives
His maternal grandfather is Sushilkumar Shinde. His maternal aunt, Praniti Shinde is also a politician and Member of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly from Solapur City.
Shikhar Pahariya’s Maternal Grandfather and Grandmother, his Mother and his Aunts
Relationships/Affairs
Shikhar Pahariya was once in a relationship with the actress Janhvi Kapoor. Although rumours of their breakup circulated later, they were still seen together at various lunch and dinner outings.
Shikhar Pahariya with Janhvi Kapoor
In an episode of ‘Koffee With Karan Season 8,’ Jhanvi mentioned “Papa, Khushu, and Shiku” when asked about the three people on her speed dial. She apparently referred to Shikhar Pahariya as “Shiku,” which soon led to speculations that she had confirmed her relationship with him. [2]India Today
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Career
At the age of 13, he stepped into the world of entrepreneurship by starting his consultancy firm. His firm provided guidance to the new pet owners. He then started working as an investment analyst in a transnational conglomerate holding company ‘Wadhawan Global Capital’ in London. He then worked for Andromeda Financial Technology Services in India. In 2018, he founded his entertainment and gaming company called “Indiawyn” along with his brother Veer Pahariya.
Favourite Things
- Athletes: Ellen Whitaker, Nacho Figueras, Facundo Pieres, Mudit Dani
- Politician: Indira Gandhi
- TV Shows: Entourage, Friends, The Ellen DeGeneres Show
- Sports: Polo, Equestrianism, Football
- Video Games: Forza Horizon 4, Call Of Duty MW 2, Grand Theft Auto 5, PlayersUnknown Battlegrounds
- Polo Team: Ellerstina
- Travel Destinations: Italy, Germany, Moscow
Facts/Trivia
- He likes travelling and gymming.
- He is an avid polo player and equestrian and has represented India in various International tournaments.
Shikhar Pahariya playing Polo
- He is a member of Royal Jaipur Polo Team and has represented India at Berkshire Polo Club London in 2013.
Shikhar Pahariya playing with his Royal Jaipur Polo Team
- He is also an active philanthropist and has fought for various social causes such as women empowerment and has also helped the children of the backward section of society in rural Maharashtra. He has also worked with many environmentalists in India.
- His dating rumours with Janhvi Kapoor came into being in 2016 after the photographs of them kissing went viral on the internet.
Shikhar Pahariya and Janhvi Kapoor
- Reportedly, Sridevi, after seeing her daughter Janhvi’s private life, being exposed in public, had decided to put ‘no boyfriend clause’ in her life; she did that in an effort to keep Janhvi focused on her acting career. Due to which, Janhvi and Shikhar broke up.
- After the big debut of Janhvi Kapoor with the film “Dhadak,” Shikhar posted the photo of her film’s logo on his Instastory.
Shikhar Pahariya’s Insta Story on Janhvi Kapoor’s Dhadak
- In 2018, Shikhar posted the photo of two silhouettes at the Lake Como, Italy on his social media account. Soon after the picture was out, many started speculating that the silhouette is of him and Janhvi Kapoor, based on the fact that Janhvi Kapoor had been in Italy to attend Isha Ambani‘s wedding. Shikhar deleted the photo later.
Shikhar Pahariya Post
- His brother, Veer Pahariya was earlier dating Saif Ali Khan‘s daughter and actress, Sara Ali Khan.
Veer Pahariya with Sara Ali Khan
- Shikhar Pahariya supports the Indian National Congress (INC).
- He owns a Lamborghini Aventador.
Shikhar Pahariya posing with his car
- He is a good friend to Sachin Tendulkar‘s daughter, Sara Tendulkar, and Javed Jaffrey‘s daughter, Alaviaa Jaaferi.
Shikhar Pahariya with Sara Tendulkar and Alaviaa Jaaferi
- He loves animals and owns horses and dogs.
Shikhar Pahariya with horses
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