Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal aka Yuzi was recently photographed wearing a black T-shirt with the words “Be Your Own Sugar Daddy” printed across it. Yuzi made a bold statement with his choice of attire on the day his divorce from choreographer Dhanashree Verma was finalized as he left the courtroom after the final hearing on March 20, 2025. The controversial shirt immediately captured the attention of the paparazzi and social media, drawing significant reactions. The timing of his outfit, just after his divorce was granted, only added fuel to the media fire surrounding the couple’s split.
Yuzi’s Bold Exit and Controversial “Be Your Own Sugar Daddy” T-Shirt
Yuzvendra Chahal’s decision to wear the “Be Your Own Sugar Daddy” T-shirt while leaving the court left a lasting impression on those present. Paparazzi were eager for reactions from the cricketer, but Chahal remained silent, and made no comment. His shirt, which was a clear statement, sparked a flurry of activity on social media. Many users reacted to the phrase, pointing out the irony of his statement given the circumstances of his divorce. One user noted, “He literally wore a t-shirt saying, ‘Be Your Own Sugar Daddy,’” while another added, “The word on his T-shirt says it all.” The T-shirt became a symbol of his public persona amidst a storm of media attention.
Yuzvendra Chahal and Dhanashree Verma’s Divorce Finalized
The divorce was processed quickly after Chahal’s legal team filed a petition to waive the mandatory six-month cooling-off period typically required under the Hindu Marriage Act. The cooling-off period is intended to give couples a chance to reconsider their decision, but the couple’s legal team argued for an expedited process due to Yuzi’s professional commitments. The Indian Premier League (IPL), one of the biggest cricket tournaments in India, was scheduled to begin on March 22, 2025, and Yuzvendra Chahal, a member of the Punjab Kings team, was expected to be unavailable after that date.
In response, the Bombay High Court agreed to fast-track the divorce proceedings. The court took into account that Chahal and Verma had been living apart for over two years and that the terms of their alimony settlement had been partially fulfilled. However, the family court had initially refused to waive the cooling-off period, pointing out that only partial compliance had been made. While Chahal had already paid ₹2.37 crore of the ₹4.75 crore agreed upon in the mediation, the full sum had yet to be paid, which led to the family court’s hesitation.
The high court’s intervention allowed for the divorce to be granted swiftly, clearing the way for both parties to move on with their lives. The media scrutiny of the divorce was intense, especially given the public nature of the proceedings. Dhanashree Verma, who had been the subject of online trolling for months, particularly after rumors of the alleged alimony, faced further backlash. Hateful comments and accusations from netizens calling her a “gold digger” were aimed at her in the wake of the divorce. Despite this, Dhanashree seemed to remain focused on her future, while Chahal’s “Be Your Own Sugar Daddy” shirt only intensified the media’s interest in their personal lives.
Dekha Ji Maine Dekha: Dhanashree Verma’s New Song
Just as Yuzvendra Chahal made headlines with his “Be Your Own Sugar Daddy” T-shirt after finalizing the divorce, Dhanashree Verma released a new song titled “Dekha Ji Maine Dekha”, which many believe reflects her personal journey. The song, released on the same day the divorce was finalized, shows Dhanashree portraying a woman dealing with the emotional turmoil of her husband’s infidelity. In the music video, she confronts her husband, leaves him, and moves forward with her life.