“We Faked It on Social Media”: Yuzvendra Chahal Opens Up on Pretending to Be a Normal Couple with Dhanashree

Yuzvendra Chahal’s smile once made a silent storm. Behind viral reels and picture-perfect posts lay a love story quietly falling apart. For months, fans believed everything was fine, until the truth surfaced. In a rare confession, Chahal opened about the emotional cost of keeping up appearances. 

What seemed like a perfect match was already crumbling. The silence finally broke, and so did the illusion, revealing heartfelt agony by Yuzvendra Chahal.

Keeping Up Appearances: The Pressure Behind Perfect Posts

Cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal recently spoke candidly about his divorce from YouTuber-actor Dhanashree Verma, ending their five-year-long marriage earlier this year. The emotional post was shared by Instant Bollywood on Instagram, drawing attention to Chahal’s heartfelt revelations during a conversation with Raj Shamani on his YouTube channel.

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In the interview, Chahal was asked what went wrong in their relationship. With honesty and restraint, he shared, “It had been going on for a while, but we decided that we don’t want to show the world what’s happening until something gets finalised.”

He reflected on the pressures of their professional lives—his national team commitments and Dhanashree’s busy career, and how those demands created growing distance between them. “We couldn’t give each other enough time,” he admitted, adding that this lack of time eventually became one of the main reasons for the rift in their marriage.

When asked whether they were faking the relationship in its final stages, Chahal gave a silent, painful nod in agreement, a moment that spoke volumes without needing further explanation.

Yuzvendra Chahal Reveals Dark Thoughts That Haunted His Nights

Yuzvendra Chahal faced deep sadness and scary thoughts each night after their marriage ended. Chahal described feelings of failure and constant worry about his future without her. He admitted that alone time often led him into darkness and stirring depression. He said therapy helped him confront these feelings and find ways to cope. 

He also shared how fame and public expectations added to his mental burden. Through writing and speaking out, he hopes to encourage others to face similar struggles. He stressed the importance of mental health care for athletes and partners alike moving forward.

Yuzvendra Chahal and Dhanashree Chose Peace, but Carried Pieces Within

Both partners chose to end their marriage in a respectful, calm, and mutual understanding. They issued a joint statement emphasizing love and support despite parting ways. Chahal highlighted that they both carry memories and lessons from their shared years. Verma confirmed she values growth and self-discovery after marriage. 

They agreed to remain friends and support each other’s future endeavors. Their story shows that endings can still hold compassion and empathy. Fans responded positively to their honest approach and mature handling of separation. Many praised their willingness to prioritize well-being over conflict.

Yuzvendra Chahal’s candid story brings hope for people masking pain behind daily smiles. His openness inspires healing steps for everyone facing major change after losing a loved one in a partnership.