Anjali Tendulkar was born in a Gujarati family in Mumbai. Her father Anand Mehta was an industrialist. Her mother's name is Annabel Mehta and she is of British origin. In pic: Anjali at the screening of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice

Anjali Tendulkar was born in a Gujarati family in Mumbai. Her father Anand Mehta was an industrialist. Her mother's name is Annabel Mehta and she is of British origin

In pic: Anjali at the screening of 'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice'.

Anjali Tendulkar's mother ran an NGO named Apnalaya which was instrumental in contributing to the fields of education, health and women empowerment in Mumbai. In pic: Anjali Tendulkar smiling for the shutterbugs at the airport

Anjali Tendulkar's mother ran an NGO named Apnalaya which was instrumental in contributing to the fields of education, health and women empowerment in Mumbai.

In pic: Anjali Tendulkar smiling for the shutterbugs at the airport

Anjali Tendulkar spent her early years growing up in a palatial mansion on 75 Bhulabhai Desai Road. In pic: Anjali Tendulkar during the screening of the film 'PK'

Anjali Tendulkar spent her early years growing up in a palatial mansion on 75 Bhulabhai Desai Road

in pic: Anjali Tendulkar during the screening of the film 'PK'

Anjali Tendulkar spent her early years growing up in a palatial mansion on 75 Bhulabhai Desai Road

in pic: Anjali Tendulkar during the screening of the film 'PK'

Not many are aware, but Anjali Tendulkar was a medical student who went on to become a paediatrician.

In pic: Anjali Tendulkar is clicked at the Rashtrapati Bhavan

Not many are aware, but Anjali Tendulkar was a medical student who went on to become a paediatrician. In pic: Anjali Tendulkar is clicked at the Rashtrapati Bhavan

Not many are aware, but Anjali Tendulkar was a medical student who went on to become a paediatrician.

In pic: Anjali Tendulkar is clicked at the Rashtrapati Bhavan

Anjali Tendulkar apparently first saw Sachin Tendulkar at Mumbai airport back in 1990. Apparently, Anjali did not recognise who Sachin Tendulkar was, despite his star status.

In pic: Anjali Tendulkar spotted at Mumbai airport

Anjali Tendulkar apparently first saw Sachin Tendulkar at Mumbai airport back in 1990. Apparently, Anjali did not recognise who Sachin Tendulkar was, despite his star status. In pic: Anjali Tendulkar spotted at Mumbai airport

It was love at first sight! Sachin Tendulkar and Anjali Mehta (before marriage) courted each other for five years before finally getting married

It was love at first sight, Sachin Tendulkar and Anjali Mehta (before marriage) dated for five years before getting married

It was love at first sight, Sachin Tendulkar and Anjali Mehta (before marriage) dated for five years before getting married

Anjali married cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar on 24th May 1995

Anjali married cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar on 24th May 1995

Anjali married cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar on 24th May 1995

Anjali Tendulkar and Sachin Tendulkar have two children - Sara and Arjun.

Anjali Tendulkar and Sachin Tendulkar have two children - Sara and Arjun.

Anjali Tendulkar and Sachin Tendulkar have two children - Sara and Arjun.

It has been widely reported that Anjali Tendulkar watched only recorded matches of Sachin Tendulkar. Her only appearance for a Sachin Tendulkar match remains the one at Eden Gardens, which was a surprise for him. In picture: Anjali Tendulkar during the screening of 'Wazir'

It has been widely reported that Anjali Tendulkar watched only recorded matches of Sachin Tendulkar. Her only appearance for a Sachin Tendulkar match remains the one at Eden Gardens, which was a surprise for him.

In picture: Anjali Tendulkar during the screening of 'Wazir'

It has been widely reported that Anjali Tendulkar watched only recorded matches of Sachin Tendulkar. Her only appearance for a Sachin Tendulkar match remains the one at Eden Gardens, which was a surprise for him.

In picture: Anjali Tendulkar during the screening of 'Wazir'

Sachin Tendulkar often heaps praises on Anjali for raising their two kids, Sara and Arjun, at a time when both were prospering in their careers.

In picture: Anjali during a party held for her husband Sachin Tendulkar

Sachin Tendulkar often heaps praises on Anjali for raising their two kids, Sara and Arjun, at a time when both were prospering in their careers.

In picture: Anjali during a party held for her husband Sachin Tendulkar

Sachin Tendulkar has often showered praises on Anjali Tendulkar for raising their two kids, Sara and Arjun, at a time when both were prospering in their careers. In picture: Anjali during a party held for her husband Sachin Tendulkar

In an interview, Sachin Tendulkar said, 'As far as parenting is concerned, all credit goes to Anjali. We were both doing well in our respective careers and that's when she decided to give up her promising future to raise the kids.'

In an interview, Sachin Tendulkar said, 'As far as parenting is concerned, all credit goes to Anjali. We were both doing well in our respective careers and that's when she decided to give up her promising future to raise the kids.'

In an interview, Sachin Tendulkar said, 'As far as parenting is concerned, all credit goes to Anjali. We were both doing well in our respective careers and that's when she decided to give up her promising future to raise the kids.'

Sachin Tendulkar went on to add, 'I have openly thanked her on many occasions, but today, I would like to thank her in front of the medical fraternity for everything that she has done.' In pic: Anjali Tendulkar with her daughter Sara at Mumbai airport

Sachin Tendulkar went on to add, 'I have openly thanked her on many occasions, but today, I would like to thank her in front of the medical fraternity for everything that she has done.'

In pic: Anjali Tendulkar with her daughter Sara at Mumbai airport

Sachin Tendulkar is younger to his wife by six years and he has many a time stated that she plays the role of a mentor to him and their kids.

In pic: Anjali with daughter Sara and some friends

Sachin Tendulkar is younger than his wife by six years and he has many a time stated that she plays the role of a mentor to him and their kids. In pic: Anjali with daughter Sara and friends

Anjali and Sachin Tendulkar are often spotted at various events that include ones hosted by sports stars, Bollywood celebs and politicians

Anjali and Sachin Tendulkar are often spotted at various events that include ones hosted by sports stars, Bollywood celebs and politicians

Anjali and Sachin Tendulkar are often spotted at various events that include ones hosted by sports stars, Bollywood celebs and politicians

In picture: Anjali Tendulkar pulls off this white and black ensemble with grace

In picture: Anjali Tendulkar pulls off this white and black ensemble with grace

In picture: Anjali Tendulkar pulls off this white and black ensemble with grace

In picture: Anjali and Sachin Tendulkar during one of their dinner dates

In picture: Anjali and Sachin Tendulkar during one of their dinner dates

In picture: Anjali and Sachin Tendulkar during one of their dinner dates

In picture: Sachin Tendulkar and Anjali Tendulkar spotted during one of their outings around the town

In picture: Sachin Tendulkar and Anjali Tendulkar spotted during one of their outings

In picture: Sachin Tendulkar and Anjali Tendulkar spotted during one of their outings

In picture: Anjali with Sachin Tendulkar at a party.

In picture: Anjali with Sachin Tendulkar at a party.

In picture: Anjali with Sachin Tendulkar are among the top star couples at many parties and occasions.

In picture: Anjali and Sachin Tendulkar with their daughter Sara at an event

In picture: Anjali and Sachin Tendulkar with their daughter Sara at an event

In picture: Anjali and Sachin Tendulkar with their daughter Sara at an event

In picture: Anjali and Sachin Tendulkar with their son Arjun at an event

In picture: Anjali and Sachin Tendulkar with their son Arjun at a wedding

In picture: Anjali and Sachin Tendulkar with their son Arjun at an event

In picture: Anjali and Sachin Tendulkar with Amitabh Bachchan at an event

In picture: Anjali and Sachin Tendulkar with Amitabh Bachchan at an event

In picture: Anjali and Sachin Tendulkar with Abhishek Bachchan at his residence

In picture: Anjali and Sachin Tendulkar with Abhishek Bachchan at the latter's residence

In picture: Sachin and Anjali Tendulkar greet Shobhaa De at an event

In picture: Sachin and Anjali Tendulkar in a candid conversation with Shobhaa De at an event

In picture: Sachin and Anjali Tendulkar greet Shobhaa De at an event

In picture: Sachin Tendulkar and Anjali at the screening of 'Lai Bhaari'

In picture: Sachin Tendulkar and Anjali at the screening of 'Lai Bhaari'

In picture: Anjali Tendulkar feeds Sachin some cake on his birthday

In picture: Anjali Tendulkar and Sachin Tendulkar caught in a candid moment on his birthday

In picture: Anjali Tendulkar feeds Sachin some cake on his birthday

In picture: Anjali Tendulkar at an event for a Marathi channel

In picture: Anjali Tendulkar attends an event for a Marathi channel

In picture: Anjali Tendulkar at an event with Geeta Basra spotted behind her

In picture: Anjali Tendulkar at an event with Geeta Basra spotted behind her

In picture: Anjali Tendulkar at an event with Geeta Basra spotted behind her

In picture: Anjali Tendulkar with daughter Sara during their trip to Gir Forest

In picture: Anjali Tendulkar with daughter Sara during their trip to Gir Forest

In picture: Anjali Tendulkar with daughter Sara during their trip to Gir Forest

In picture: Sachin and Anjali Tendulkar spotted attending the event 'Umang'

In picture: Sachin and Anjali Tendulkar spotted attending the event 'Umang'

In picture: Sachin and Anjali Tendulkar spotted attending the event 'Umang'

In picture: Anjali Tendulkar and Sachin during an event in the city.

Anjali Tendulkar has set a benchmark as a wife of a sports star which many may find tough to follow. She remains an example of grace and humility despite the fame she has achieved over the past few decades