Indian cricketer Prithvi Shaw was allegedly spotted in public shortly after news broke that he and his fiancee, influencer and actor Akriti Agarwal, have mutually called off their engagement. A video of the 26-year-old Mumbai batsman walking through a parking area quickly went viral across social media platforms.
Dressed in a casual black T-shirt, black cap and gold pendant chain, Shaw looked calm and composed despite the recent media attention. When a fan approached him for a photo, he paused, smiled and flashed a quick thumbs-up to the camera before continuing on his way.
FPJ does not vouch for the authenticity of the video. The location and time of the public appearance is not ascertained yet. However, the video is being widely shared on social media.
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Split After Six Months
The viral sighting follows a statement shared by Akriti Agarwal on Instagram confirming that the couple parted ways roughly six months after their March 2026 engagement:
Agarwal shared that the separation was mutual, noting that differing goals, responsibilities and future circumstances led them to accept their paths were not meant to be together.
She asked fans and the media to respect their personal space and avoid speculation or assumptions regarding the split.
Following the announcement, previous engagement photos and proposal posts were removed from their respective profiles.
Focusing On The Road Ahead
Shaw first made headlines globally in 2018 when he scored a Test century on debut for India as an 18-year-old. While fitness setbacks and selection battles have challenged his career in recent seasons, the batter continues working toward a competitive comeback in domestic and franchise cricket.
Fans reacting to the viral clip praised him for handling the public scrutiny with a smile and keeping his composure during a difficult personal transition.
