Hours after announcing her separation from Hardik Pandya, Natasa Stankovic shared a heartfelt moment with their son, Agastya, on her Instagram stories. On Friday afternoon, the model posted a video of her 3-year-old son finding a ball in the bushes of her garden in Serbia, where she has reportedly relocated following the split.

Natasa, a former Bigg Boss contestant, was seen at the Mumbai airport earlier this week with Agastya, carrying bags and avoiding the paparazzi. This followed an Instagram story where she posted a picture of a suitcase with the caption, “It’s that time of the year,” accompanied by plane and house emojis, hinting at a trip back to her hometown in Serbia.

The couple, who tied the knot in May 2020 and renewed their wedding vows in February 2023 according to Hindu and Christian rituals, announced their separation on Thursday night. In a joint statement, they confirmed that they are no longer together, describing it as a “tough decision” made in the best interest of both parties. They emphasized their commitment to co-parenting their son, Agastya.

“After 4 years of being together, Hardik and I have decided to mutually part ways. We tried our best together and gave it our all, and we believe this is in the best interest for both of us. This was a tough decision for us to make, given the joy, mutual respect, and companionship we enjoyed together and as we grew a family,” the statement read.

The couple expressed their intention to prioritize their son’s happiness and requested privacy during this challenging time. “We are blessed with Agastya, who will continue to be at the center of both our lives and we will co-parent to ensure that we give him everything that we can for his happiness. We sincerely request your support and understanding to give us privacy during this difficult and sensitive time,” the statement added.