Dhanashree Verma opens up about troubled marriage
Choreographer Dhanashree Verma has once again brought her marriage with cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal into the spotlight, revealing shocking details about their short-lived relationship. Appearing on the reality show Rise and Fall, Dhanashree spoke candidly about the early troubles she faced in her marriage, claiming that she caught Chahal cheating merely two months after tying the knot in December 2020.
The revelation came during a casual breakfast conversation with actor Kubbra Sait, who asked Dhanashree when she first realised that her marriage with Chahal was unlikely to work. She replied, “First year. Caught him in the second month,” a statement that left Kubbra visibly shocked and exclaiming, “Crazy bro.”
Clarifying alimony rumours
Dhanashree also addressed circulating rumours regarding alimony, stating that such claims were untrue. Speaking to Aditya Narayan on the show, she said, “Officially, it has been almost a year. It happened quickly because it was mutual, that’s why when people say alimony, it’s wrong. Just because I am not saying anything, you will go on saying anything? My parents have taught me to only justify to people whom I care about. Why waste time explaining to those who don’t even know you?”
Her remarks emphasise that the separation was amicable and devoid of financial disputes, countering widespread speculation in the media.
Marriage and separation timeline
Dhanashree and Chahal met during the COVID-19 pandemic when the cricketer approached her for dance lessons. They got married in Gurugram in December 2020. However, tensions emerged within a year, leading to their separation in June 2022.
On February 5, 2025, the former couple filed a joint petition before the family court seeking divorce by mutual consent. The court granted the divorce in March, bringing an official end to their relationship.
Dhanashree first spoke publicly about the divorce in August during a podcast episode for Humans of Bombay on YouTube. She recounted her emotional breakdown in court during the final hearing, saying, “I still remember when I was standing there and the verdict was about to be given. Even though we were so well-prepared mentally, I got so emotional. I started howling in front of everybody. I couldn’t even express what I was feeling at that point. I just remember that I just kept crying, I was just howling and crying. Of course! All of that happened, and he (Chahal) walked out first.”
Post-divorce life and speculation
Following their divorce, Yuzvendra Chahal has been spotted attending events such as the Champions Trophy final in Dubai, where he was seen with RJ Mahvash. The duo has denied any romantic involvement, asserting that they are only friends. Meanwhile, Dhanashree continues to focus on her career and public appearances, sharing insights about her personal journey on various media platforms.
Conclusion
Dhanashree Verma’s candid revelation about catching Chahal cheating adds a new chapter to the public discourse surrounding their short-lived marriage. While both have moved on professionally, their personal stories continue to attract attention, illustrating the challenges faced by public figures in maintaining privacy amid media scrutiny.