Shikhar Pahariya Wiki, Age, Girlfriend, Family, Biography & More

Shikhar Pahariya is an Indian entrepreneur, polo player, showjumping athlete and philanthropist. He is famous for being the grandson of former Maharashtra Chief Minister Sushil Kumar Shinde. Shikhar is also the ex-boyfriend of actress Janhvi Kapoor.

Wiki/Biography

Shikhar Pahariya was born in Mumbai in 1996 (23 years old; as of 2019). He was educated at Bombay Scottish School and Dhirubhai Ambani International School. He holds a BA in Global Financial Management from Regent’s University, London.

appearance

Height (approximately): 5′7″

Eye color: black

Hair color: black

Janhvi Kapoor's ex-boyfriend Shikhar Paharia

family

Parents and siblings

He was born to Sanjay Pahariya (businessman) and Smruti Sanjay Pahariya.

Shikhar Paharia and his father

His parents divorced in 2008. He has a brother named Veer Pahariya.

Shikhar Paharia and his brother

Shikhar Paharia and his brother

other relatives

His maternal grandfather was Sushilkumar Shinde. His aunt Praniti Shinde is also a politician and a member of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly from Solapur.

Shikhar Pahariya's grandfather and grandmother, mother and aunt

Shikhar Pahariya’s grandfather and grandmother, mother and aunt

Relationships/Affairs

Shikhar Pahariya was previously in a relationship with actress Janhvi Kapoor. Although rumors of the pair’s subsequent breakup continued to circulate, they could still be seen together on various lunch and dinner outings.

Shikhar Pahariya and Janhvi Kapoor

Shikhar Pahariya and Janhvi Kapoor

In an episode of Coffee With Karan Season 8, when asked about the three people on speed dial, Jhanvi mentioned “Baba, Kushu and Shiku”. She apparently referred to Shikhar Paharia as “Shiku,” which quickly sparked speculation that she had confirmed her relationship with him.

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Profession

At the age of 13, he entered the entrepreneurial world by starting his own consulting company. His company provides guidance to new pet owners. He then started working as an investment analyst at “Wadhawan Global Capital”, a multinational group holding company in London. He then worked with Andromeda Financial Technology Services in India. In 2018, he founded an entertainment and gaming company called Indiawyn along with his brother Veer Pahariya.

favorite thing

  • Athletes: Alan Whittaker, Nacho Figueras, Facundo Pires, Mudit Danny
  • TV Shows: “Entourage,” “Friends,” “The Ellen DeGeneres Show”
  • Sports: polo, equestrian, football
  • Video Games: Forza Horizon 4, Call of Duty MW 2, Grand Theft Auto V, PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds
  • Travel destinations: Italy, Germany, Moscow

Facts/Trivia

  • He enjoys traveling and fitness.
  • He is an avid polo player and equestrian and has represented India in various international tournaments.
    Shikhar Pahariya playing polo

    Shikhar Pahariya playing polo

  • He is a member of the Royal Jaipur Polo Team and represented India at London’s Berkshire Polo Club in 2013.
    Shikhar Pahariya playing with his Royal Jaipur Polo Team

    Shikhar Pahariya playing with his Royal Jaipur Polo Team

  • He was also an active philanthropist who fought for various social causes such as women’s empowerment and also helped children of socially backward classes in rural Maharashtra. He has also worked with many environmentalists in India.
  • Rumors of him dating Janhvi Kapoor surfaced in 2016 after their photos of him kissing her went viral on the internet.
    Shikhar Paharia and Janhvi Kapoor

    Shikhar Paharia and Janhvi Kapoor

  • According to reports, Sridevi decided to add a “no-boyfriend clause” to her daughter Janhvi’s life after seeing her daughter Janhvi’s private life being exposed in public; she did this to allow Janhvi to focus on her acting career. Hence, Janhvi and Shikhar broke up.
  • After Janhvi Kapoor made her acting debut with the film Dhadak, Shikhar posted a picture of her film’s logo on his Instastory.
    Shikhar Pahariya’s Insta story about Janhvi Kapoor’s Dhadak

    Shikhar Pahariya’s Instagram story about Janhvi Kapoor’s Dhadak

  • In 2018, Chihar posted a photo of two silhouettes of Lake Como, Italy, on his social media account. Soon after the photo was posted, many started speculating that the silhouette was of him and Janhvi Kapoor, as Janhvi Kapoor was in Italy for Esha Ambani’s wedding. Shikhar later deleted the photo.
    Shikhar Paharia Post

    Shikhar Paharia Post

  • Shikhar Pahariya supports the Indian National Congress (INC).
  • He owns a Lamborghini Aventador.
    Shikhar Pahariya poses with his car

    Shikhar Pahariya poses with his car

  • He loved animals and owned horses and dogs.
    Shikhar Pahariya and horse

    Shikhar Pahariya and horse

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