Hardik Pandya-Natasa Stankovic, Esha Deol-Bharat Takhtani: Couples who separated in 2024

Celebrities often seem to live in a world where everything is picture-perfect - glamorous events, flawless photos, and seemingly smooth personal lives. So, when the curtain falls and we catch a glimpse of their relationship troubles, it’s like a plot twist nobody saw coming. As modern relationships get more complex, even the stars can find themselves navigating rough waters. 2024 has been a year of surprising splits, and we've rounded up the top celebrity breakups that have had fans gasping. If you’ve been wondering which beloved celebrity couples have joined the split club, we’ve got the scoop on the latest heartache headlines.

Cricketer Hardik Pandya and actress-model Natasa Stankovic have officially ended their relationship in 2024. The couple, who became engaged on January 1, 2020, and later married, share a son named Agastya. Their separation was announced through social media, where they reassured fans of their dedication to co-parenting their child. In their words, “We tried our best and gave it our all, and we believe this is in the best interest for both of us”. Speculation about their split had been circulating earlier this year, particularly after Natasa removed Hardik’s surname from her Instagram profile. Despite the end of their romantic relationship, the former couple remains focused on their shared responsibility of raising their son.

One of the most talked-about breakups of 2024 has been that of Bollywood stars Arjun Kapoor and Malaika Arora. The high-profile couple, known for their glamorous appearances and affectionate public displays, started facing turbulence in May, sparking widespread speculation about their relationship. The rumors gained traction when Malaika notably skipped Arjun’s birthday celebration, leading fans to wonder about the status of their romance. Although neither has directly addressed the rumors, their recent cryptic social media posts seemed to confirm the breakup. Arjun posted an Instagram story stating, “We have two choices in life. We can be prisoners of our past or explorers of future possibilities”, while Malaika earlier shared a note reading, “The greatest treasure on Earth are people who love and support us. They cannot be bought or replaced, and each of us only have a few of them”.

Veteran Bollywood stars Dharmendra and Hema Malini's elder daughter, Esha Deol, and businessman Bharat Takhtani, who tied the knot on June 19, 2012, have announced their separation after nearly 12 years of marriage and two children together. The couple revealed their decision in a joint statement, saying, "We have mutually and amicably decided to part ways. Through this shift in our lives, the best interests and welfare of our two children is and will be of utmost importance to us. We would appreciate that our privacy is respected throughout". The announcement has come as a surprise to many, given their long-standing relationship.

Actress Isha Koppikar and businessman Timmy Narang announced their separation early in 2024, bringing to a close their marriage of over a decade. The couple, who wed in 2009, remains committed to co-parenting their daughter, Rianna, and aims to preserve a cordial relationship for her benefit. While the reasons behind their split have not been made public, sources indicate irreconcilable differences were the main factor. Speaking to TOI, Timmy revealed, “After contemplating divorce for almost a year and a half, we proceeded to file for it. The divorce was granted in November last year and it was on amicable terms. Both of us are now free to move on with our lives, which is a fact”.