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Yuzvendra faces backlash for revisiting ‘Sugar Daddy’ remark

Yuzvendra Chahal faces online heat after revisiting 'Sugar Daddy' remark linked to Dhanashree Verma split

Cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal has ignited a firestorm on social media with his latest ad campaign that cleverly plays on his recent divorce from Dhanashree Verma, incorporating a ‘Zero Sugar (Daddy) Diet’ angle. While some may find it edgy, many netizens have taken to the internet, expressing their disapproval and labeling the ad as ‘tasteless’ and ‘over-the-top.

Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal is back in the news for his latest dig at his divorce from ex-wife Dhanashree Verma. This time, he was featured in a commercial that referenced his viral “sugar daddy” remark. The promotional campaign quickly became the talk of the town and received criticism from the netizens. They called it “disgusting” and “cringe.” Let’s take a look at it.

Yuzvendra Chahal’s new ad indirectly referring to his divorce

In the commercial, Yuzvendra Chahal can be seen playing the role of Chief Story Officer. It showcased a scene with “Zero Sugar (Daddy) Diet” written on a wall behind Chahal. In a different scene, the audience can see him narrating a story about a couple’s messy divorce.Take a look

Netizens react to Yuzvendra Chahal’s new ad

However, this campaign didn’t go well with the people of the internet. The screenshot of the same was shared on Reddit, and it received heavy criticism. A person wrote, “This whole sugar daddy thing associated with yuzi & dhan shree for some silly Ads campaign or marketing is so below the line. It’s disgusting. Idk what happened between them but seeing him do all this makes me happy for her.” Another comment read, “When you have no charachter you just start doing such things; you can’t imagine.” A comment read, “Lol. Koi mauka nhi chodta yeh.”Take a look.

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More about Yuzvendra Chahal and Dhanashree Verma

Dhanashree Verma and Yuzvendra Chahal got married in December 2020 in Gurugram. Reportedly, the duo met each other during the COVID-19 pandemic.The couple parted ways in June 2022. Their divorce was granted by mutual consent in March last year.And on the day of the verdict, Yuzi wore the t-shirt with “Be Your Own Sugar Daddy” written on it.Then the Indian cricketer was reportedly linked to RJ Mahavash. And apparently, they have parted as well. Go to Source

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