Choreographer and YouTuber Dhanashree Verma, ex-wife of Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal, has finally opened up about the emotional rollercoaster she faced after their divorce.
From being called a “gold digger” to enduring endless trolling, Dhanashree has chosen to respond with dignity, wit, and strength—showing the world that she can rise above negativity.
1. Choosing Respect Over Revenge
On the reality series Rise & Fall, hosted by Ashneer Grover, Dhanashree opened up about the emotional burden she carried post-divorce. In a heartfelt moment, she said:
“When you’re married, you also have the responsibility of safeguarding your partner’s respect. If I wanted, I could have disrespected him too… but he was my husband. I respected him then, and I respect that now.”
In multiple interviews, she reiterated this sentiment, choosing composure over confrontation despite facing harsh judgment from many corners.
2. A Clever Rebuttal to the ‘Gold Digger’ Narrative
One promo clip from Rise & Fall has gone viral. Paired with actor Arjun Bijlani, contestants were asked to choose between a ₹2 lakh gold bag and a ₹1 lakh silver bag. Arjun remarked, “Mujhe gold suit karta hai.” Dhanashree responded with a wry smile:
“Yeh line toh main bol nahi sakti. Agar maine yeh line bol di toh jo mujhe pyaar milne wala hoga, vo bhi nahi milega.”
3. The ‘Sugar Daddy’ Stunt That Shocked Her
Chahal’s appearance at the divorce hearing wearing a “Be Your Own Sugar Daddy” tee sparked widespread attention. For Dhanashree, it was more than surprise—it was hurtful. On the Humans of Bombay podcast, she quipped:
“Are bhai, WhatsApp kar deta. T-shirt kyun pehna hai?”
4. Support System and Emotional Toll
Beyond the limelight, Dhanashree shared how the divorce affected her loved ones. Her parents, she revealed, were particularly wounded by societal judgment:
Her parents urged her to end the marriage amid unrelenting societal pressure; her mother bore the emotional brunt, at times nearly giving up. Yet, Dhanashree stood firm for her family’s sake.
A Narrative Reclaimed
Dhanashree Verma’s recent statements—both candid and creative—turn the narrative on its head. She’s not merely a victim of public scorn; she’s someone finding strength, humor, and self-respect amid adversity.
From choosing silence over bitterness, to deploying wit in the face of trolling, Dhanashree’s story becomes a lesson in grace under fire, reclaiming identity on her own terms.
