Hardik Pandya engaged: 5 Bollywood actresses cricketer was linked to before he found Natasa Stankovic

Cricketer Hardik Pandya surprised his fans on January 1, as he announced his engagement to Siberian beauty, Natasa Stankovic.

The 27-year-old was featured in a song 'Aiyo Ji' in Satyagraha. Badshah's 'DJ Wale Babu' which made her an instant star.

Natasa became known as the DJ Wale Babu girl and her popularity made her join Bigg Boss 8 as a contestant. Natasa has played cameo roles in films like Action Jackson, song Mehbooba from Fukrey Returns, Govinda's FryDay and Shah Rukh Khan's Zero.

But before Natasa, Hardik was rumoured to be dating 5 other actresses; here is a list

Urvashi Rautela: It was said that Elli and Hardik's hush-hush alleged affair died because of Urvashi Rautela. As per a report in TOI, Urvashi Rautela and Hardik Pandya met at a gathering where his brother, Krunal was also present. It was said that the cricketer and Urvashi exchanged flirtatious looks and smiles which was noticed by many present at the party.

Elli Avram: In 2018, Elli Avram and Hardik Pandya were an item, and both were seen in many places together, from dinners to playgrounds. Elli also attended Hardik's brother, Krunal's wedding reception which added fuel to news of them dating. As per a report in ToI, Elli Avram and Hardik Pandya were certainly more than "just good friends" at one point of time.

Elli Avram: In 2018, Elli Avram and Hardik Pandya were an item, and both were seen in many places together, from dinners to playgrounds. Elli also attended Hardik's brother, Krunal's wedding reception which added fuel to news of them dating. As per a report in ToI, Elli Avram and Hardik Pandya were certainly more than "just good friends" at one point of time.

Parineeti Chopra: In 2017, there were rumours of Parineeti being close to Hardik Pandya. Parineeti had shared a photo of her bicycle on Twitter and written, "The perfect trip with the most amazing partner. Love is in the air!!!" Pandya was quick to respond, "Can I guess? I think this is a second Bollywood & Cricket link. Great click by the way." But later it was cleared that Pari and Pandya were just using the platform to promote a brand and that's what the script was.

And now to Natasa… Natasa Stankovic: The news of Hardik dating Natasa made the rounds last year. Yesterday, Hardik took to social media to announce his engagement with a filmy caption. Natasa was seen flaunting her ring in the picture. "Mai tera, Tu meri jaane, saara Hindustan. ???? 01.01.2020 #engaged,' Pandya wrote while sharing the photo.