Yuzvendra Chahal-Taniya Chatterjee Controversy: Actress Alleges ‘Cute' DM, Viral Video Sparks Debate

India cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal has once again landed in controversy after actress and influencer Taniya Chatterjee alleged that he sent her a direct message (DM) on Instagram calling her "cute."

A video of the actress showing the alleged message to paparazzi has gone viral, triggering widespread reactions online.

What Exactly Happened?

In the viral clip, Taniya Chatterjee is seen interacting with paparazzi while displaying her Instagram DMs. She claimed that Chahal - who currently playing for Punjab Kings in the IPL 2026 - had viewed one of her videos and reacted by sending a message that read "cute."

When asked whether she replied, Taniya said she saw the message much later and did not respond immediately. She also appeared to downplay the situation, stating that being called "cute" is quite common and not something unusual.

Social Media Divided Over Viral Clip

The video quickly spread across social media platforms, drawing mixed reactions. While some users criticised the wrist spinner from Haryana and questioned his behaviour, others felt the exchange was harmless and was being unnecessarily sensationalised. Some other users also raised the episode of Chahal's divorce with influencer-dancer Dhanashree Verma last year.

There were also discussions around privacy, with some users pointing out that sharing personal messages publicly without full context can be misleading.

Who is Actress Taniya Chatterjee?

Taniya Chatterjee is an actress, model, and social media influencer from Kolkata. She is known for her work in Hindi OTT web series, particularly bold-content shows like Gandii Baat (Season 4), Class of 2020 (Season 2), and multiple projects on the Ullu platform. She has built a strong online presence with around 2.3 million followers on Instagram.

A Similar Controversy involving India Captain

A comparable situation had surfaced earlier when actress Khushi Mukherjee claimed that Indian cricketer Suryakumar Yadav used to message her frequently.

However, Mukherjee later clarified that they were only friends and that her comments had been taken out of context. The matter escalated at the time, with reports suggesting that a ₹100 crore defamation case was filed against her.

What Happens Next?

So far, Yuzvendra Chahal has not issued any official statement on the matter. Whether this remains a fleeting social media controversy or develops into something bigger will depend on further responses from those involved.