Dhanashree Verma Addresses Divorce Controversy: 'I Could Have Disrespected Yuzvendra Chahal Too'

NEW DELHI: Choreographer Dhanashree Verma’s separation from Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal has remained one of the most talked-about controversies of the year. Since the divorce, she has been subjected to relentless trolling, with many unfairly branding her a “gold digger.” Now seen on the reality show Rise And Fall, Dhanashree has spoken candidly about her marriage, the backlash she has faced, and how she has chosen dignity over negativity. She also took subtle digs at both Chahal and the trolls during a recent task on the show.While interacting with fellow contestants, Dhanashree reflected on her journey after the split. She admitted that there are several things she could reveal but stressed that respect matters the most to her.In a clip from the episode, she said: “When you are married, you also hold the responsibility of safeguarding your partner’s respect. If I wanted, I could have disrespected him too. Don’t think I have nothing to say as a woman — I do. But he was my husband. I respected him during our marriage, and even now, I continue to respect the fact that he was my husband.”In another promo of Rise And Fall, Dhanashree was seen hitting back at trolls in her own witty style. During a task, contestants had to choose between a gold bag worth ?2 lakh and a silver bag worth ?1 lakh. She was paired with actor Arjun Bijlani, who jokingly remarked, “Gold suits me better than silver or diamonds.”Seizing the moment, Dhanashree gave a tongue-in-cheek response that seemed aimed at the criticism she has faced since the divorce. She quipped: “That’s a line I can’t use. If I say it, then even the love I might get in the future won’t come my way.”Her remarks not only highlighted her composure but also showed her ability to handle negativity with sharp wit and grace.