Years after rumors circulated about a potential romance between Bollywood actress Esha Gupta and Indian cricketer Hardik Pandya, Esha Gupta has finally addressed the speculations and set the record straight about the nature of their relationship. In a recent interview, Gupta opened up about her connection with Pandya, clarifying that while they were in contact and exploring a possible relationship, it never truly materialized into a full-fledged romance.

Gupta revealed that she and Pandya were in a "talking phase" for a couple of months, emphasizing that they were not officially dating. She described it as a period where they were "at that 'maybe it will happen, maybe it won't' stage." Ultimately, their connection fizzled out before it could evolve into anything serious. Gupta stated that they met only "once or twice" during that time, and the relationship ended before reaching the actual dating stage.

Addressing whether there was potential for a relationship, Gupta acknowledged that it "maybe could have happened," but she felt it "wasn't meant to be." She added that by the time Pandya faced backlash for his controversial remarks on the show Koffee With Karan, they had already stopped talking. Gupta also addressed the Koffee With Karan controversy, stating it didn't affect her because they were no longer in touch at that point. She mentioned she had become thick-skinned and that the "poor guys were already going through so much."

Gupta further explained that their connection simply faded out naturally, and they realized they weren't truly compatible and had different priorities. While she values her career, Gupta admitted she prefers a grounded life rooted in family, rather than a relationship focused on appearances or constant public attention. She clarified that her remarks weren't aimed at Pandya specifically but were more about general dynamics in the entertainment industry.

She emphasized that there was no drama or bitterness involved in their parting, stating, "It just wasn't meant to be." She also noted that they realized they weren't each other's type and that even Pandya realized she wasn't his type.

In conclusion, Esha Gupta's recent statements have clarified the nature of her past connection with Hardik Pandya, revealing that it was a brief and exploratory phase that never fully blossomed into a committed relationship.