“Maa Kasam Khao…”: Chahal’s Sarcastic Oath Targets Ex-Wife and ₹4.75 Crore Settlement
Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal has sparked a massive online debate with a deleted Instagram Story, which was widely seen as an attack on his ex-wife, Dhanashree Verma, over their divorce settlement. The post featured a screenshot about a recent Delhi High Court ruling that stated a “financially independent wife cannot demand alimony from her husband.” Chahal added a sarcastic, He captioned it with a humorous, sarcastic warning in Hindi: “Maa Kasam Khao Nahi Paltoge iss Decision Seh” (Swear on your mother you won’t go back on this decision). The caption instantly went viral, making his post a massive talking point.
The Marriage and The Breakup
Chahal and Dhanashree’s journey began during the 2020 COVID-19 lockdown when the cricketer took dance lessons from the choreographer. Their romance blossomed, leading to their marriage in December 2020. For a while, they were a popular and seemingly happy celebrity couple.
However, the marriage faced severe troubles within the first two years. Chahal later revealed in a podcast that the relationship was strained for a long time, but they maintained a public facade until the point of no return. He cited clashing career goals and incompatible personalities as key factors. Dhanashree, on the other hand, made a serious public accusation, claiming Chahal cheated on her just two months into the marriage—a claim the cricketer has strongly denied. Chahal also admitted the divorce process and the public scrutiny severely affected his mental health, leading to sleepless nights and even suicidal thoughts. The couple formally separated in June 2022, and their divorce was finalized by mutual consent in March 2025.
The Alimony Controversy
The divorce settlement involved Chahal reportedly agreeing to pay a large alimony of around ₹4.75 crore to Dhanashree.
The issue of the payment has been controversial. On the day of the final divorce hearing, Chahal created a stir by wearing a T-shirt that read, “Be Your Own Sugar Daddy,” which many saw as his first direct comment on the financial settlement. While Dhanashree, a successful choreographer and influencer, later stated the divorce was mutual and dismissed the large alimony rumours as “wrong,” the public perception of the settlement remained.
The cricketer’s post directly referenced a Delhi High Court decision that stated alimony is intended for social justice to help spouses in genuine financial need, not as a tool for “enrichment” for those who can already support themselves. Since Dhanashree is a financially independent choreographer and influencer, Chahal’s sharing of this ruling was immediately and widely seen as a pointed criticism of the substantial alimony amount he paid her.
Impact and Public Reaction
Despite quickly deleting the post, screenshots of Chahal’s sarcastic comment went viral, immediately reigniting public debate over the fairness of alimony laws. Fans were divided: some praised the cricketer’s “savage humour” for highlighting the issue of financial equality in divorce, while others criticized him for publicly attacking his ex-wife over a closed legal matter. The incident underscores the intense public interest and controversy that continues to surround the private lives and financial settlements of celebrities, especially when modern legal interpretations clash with high-profile divorce outcomes.
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