Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal and radio jockey and content creator RJ Mahvash have found themselves at the centre of renewed social media chatter after fans noticed that the two had unfollowed each other on Instagram. The development has triggered a fresh wave of speculation around alleged dating rumours, with Mahvash also facing online abuse and being labelled a “homewrecker” by sections of social media users.
The unfollowing comes weeks after online buzz first linked Chahal and Mahvash, largely driven by their friendly public interactions and social media exchanges. Neither Chahal nor Mahvash has confirmed any romantic involvement, but the absence of clarification has not stopped conjecture from gaining momentum online. 
Social media users were quick to track the unfollow activity and draw conclusions, with several posts suggesting a fallout between the two. Soon after, screenshots began circulating widely, intensifying scrutiny around Mahvash, who bore the brunt of the backlash. Trolls accused her of interfering in Chahal’s personal life, despite there being no official confirmation of any relationship between the two.
Mahvash responded indirectly to the online hostility by posting messages addressing harassment and baseless accusations. Without naming anyone, she expressed frustration over being targeted for rumours she did not initiate. Her remarks highlighted how quickly online narratives can turn hostile, particularly when women are dragged into unverified personal controversies.
The episode also reignited discussions around the invasive nature of social media speculation, where personal boundaries are often blurred and digital behaviour such as following or unfollowing becomes a source of exaggerated narratives. In this case, the unfollowing was treated by many as evidence of a personal dispute, even though social media actions can stem from multiple reasons unrelated to personal relationships.
Yuzvendra Chahal, meanwhile, has not issued any public statement regarding the unfollowing or the dating rumours. The cricketer has largely maintained silence amid the chatter, continuing to focus on his professional commitments. His decision not to engage with speculation mirrors the approach he has taken during past episodes of online scrutiny.
The situation also underscores a recurring pattern where public figures are subjected to moral judgment without factual basis. Mahvash, in particular, faced aggressive trolling that went beyond curiosity, with users passing personal remarks and accusations. Such reactions have drawn criticism from observers who argue that women are disproportionately targeted during unverified relationship rumours.
This is not the first time unfollowing activity between public figures has become fodder for gossip. In recent years, fans have increasingly monitored celebrities’ digital footprints, treating minor social media changes as indicators of personal developments. The trend has raised concerns about privacy, digital surveillance, and the pressure placed on public figures to constantly explain their personal choices.
As of now, there has been no confirmation from either Chahal or Mahvash about the nature of their association, past or present. The unfollowing remains just that, an online action interpreted in multiple ways by an invested audience.