The internet has been abuzz after a viral clip of RJ Mahvash sparked explosive rumours about cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal and his former wife, Dhanashree Verma. But what was actually said, and how did a personal story get so twisted?
The Clip That Caused the Chaos
A social media firestorm
erupted recently over allegations that cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal cheated on his ex-wife, Dhanashree Verma, while she was pregnant. These claims surged after a short, edited clip from a podcast interview with popular radio jockey and influencer RJ Mahvash went viral. In the clip, Mahvash discusses infidelity, which led many online users to connect her words directly to Chahal and Verma, suggesting she was exposing a secret about their divorce. The narrative quickly spiralled, with many posts presenting the clip as a bombshell revelation, despite the lack of direct names or clear context in the snippet itself.
What Did RJ Mahvash Actually Say?
A closer look at the full, unedited podcast reveals a completely different story. RJ Mahvash was not talking about Yuzvendra Chahal or Dhanashree Verma. Instead, she was recounting a personal story from her own past, when she was around 19 and living in Aligarh. She spoke about a former boyfriend who had cheated on her, causing her significant emotional distress. She then mentioned that she later found out this same ex-boyfriend had also cheated on his own wife while she was pregnant. The story was entirely about her personal life and a past relationship, with no connection to the cricketer. Social media users, however, took her words out of context, creating a false narrative that has been widely debunked.
Fact-Checking the Pregnancy Rumour
A crucial part of the viral claim is that Dhanashree Verma was pregnant at the time of the alleged infidelity. There is no credible evidence or official announcement to support this. Court reports concerning their divorce cited compatibility issues as the reason for their separation, with no mention of a pregnancy. The couple, who married in December 2020, were granted a divorce in March 2025 after reportedly separating in June 2022. Rumours about a potential pregnancy did circulate back in May 2024 when Dhanashree was seen wearing what some described as a maternity dress, but this was never confirmed and remained pure speculation.
A History of Speculation
This isn't the first time the couple's relationship has been the subject of intense online gossip. In 2022, divorce rumours spread after Dhanashree temporarily removed the 'Chahal' surname from her Instagram bio. Following their official divorce, Chahal was frequently seen with RJ Mahvash, leading to widespread dating rumours. Both Chahal and Mahvash have consistently denied any romantic involvement, stating they are just good friends. Chahal has spoken about the negative impact of such speculation, noting the harsh trolling Mahvash faced after being unfairly labelled a 'homewrecker'.
The Unnamed Post and Public Reaction
RJ Mahvash, a prominent radio personality and content creator, has often used her platform to discuss relationships, sometimes through cryptic posts. In the past, her general posts about cheating and loyalty have been interpreted by followers as veiled comments on her rumoured connection with Chahal, especially after his divorce. In one instance, after being accused of 'stealing' a husband, she clarified on Instagram, 'I haven't stolen so I wouldn't know but yes stealing someone's husband is cheating'. These past events created a fertile ground for the latest round of misinformation, as users were already primed to link her general statements to Chahal's personal life.
