Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal has been making headlines after actor Taniya Chatterjee revealed that he allegedly DM’d her on Instagram and called her ‘cute.’ This viral clip has sparked buzz online about the cricketer’s public image. With no official statement from Chahal, the story is gaining traction, highlighting the growing impact of viral events on sports celebrities in India’s changing media ecosystem.
Who Is Taniya Chatterjee?
She is a Kolkata-based actress, model, and social media celebrity who is well-known for her work in flamboyant OTT material. She rose to prominence through web programs such as Gandii Baat (Season 4), Class of 2020, and a number of other projects. Aside from performing, she is very active on Instagram, where she publishes fashion, lifestyle, and promotional content with over 2 million followers.
The incident occurs at a time when Chahal’s personal life has already garnered public attention. He ended his five-year marriage to choreographer Dhanashree Verma in early 2025. He was later linked to RJ Mahvash, despite rumours that the two had unfollowed each other earlier this year. Taniya was seen in the video holding up her phone, alleging that Chahal had sent her a direct message in response to one of her films.
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She quoted the message, saying, “Aap cute ho,” and added, “See these messages sent by Chahal; he called me ‘cute’.” When asked if she had responded, she remarked, “Maine dekha hi bahut late yaar,” implying that she saw the message much later and did not respond right away. She also expressed surprise, as she had never met or interacted with Chahal before.
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