Virender Sehwag and Aarti Ahlawat Reportedly Heading for Divorce
Reports Emerge of Separation After Two Decades of Marriage
Key Points:
- Unfollowed Each Other on Instagram
- Living Separately for Several Months
- Married Since 2004 with Two Sons
NEW DELHI – Former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag and his wife, Aarti Ahlawat, are reportedly considering divorce after 20 years of marriage.
The couple, who tied the knot in 2004, have two sons: Aryavir, born in 2007, and Vedant, born in 2010. Recent reports indicate that Sehwag and Ahlawat have unfollowed each other on Instagram and have been living separately for several months. These developments have fueled speculation about an impending separation.
Social Media Observations
Observers noted that both Sehwag and Ahlawat have unfollowed each other on Instagram. Additionally, Ahlawat’s account has been set to private. These actions have led to increased speculation about the status of their relationship.
Background on the Couple
Sehwag and Ahlawat’s relationship began in their childhood, having first met when Sehwag was seven and Ahlawat was five. They married in 2004 at a ceremony held at the residence of the late Arun Jaitley, former Finance Minister of India.
Professional Endeavors
Since retiring from international cricket in 2015, Sehwag has engaged in various roles, including serving on the Anti-Doping Appeal Panel under the National Anti-Doping Agency. He has also been active in business, reportedly earning around Rs 30 crore annually in 2024, with Rs 24 crore coming from social media platforms.
As of now, neither Sehwag nor Ahlawat has made an official statement regarding their relationship status. The situation remains under close watch by fans and the media.

