Khushi Mukherjee breaks silence on Suryakumar Yadav chat rumours, clears the air once and for all

After her statement went viral and triggered online trolling, actress Khushi Mukherjee finally explains what really happened between her and cricketer Suryakumar Yadav.

Written by: Shiwani
Published: December 31, 2025, 6:09 PM IST

Actress Khushi Mukherjee recently found herself at the centre of a social media storm after a statement she made about Indian cricketer Suryakumar Yadav went viral. What began as a casual comment soon turned into widespread speculation, online trolling and endless headlines. Now, the actress has finally broken her silence and clarified her side of the story.

What did Khushi Mukherjee actually say?

The controversy began after a video clip from a media interaction surfaced online. When asked which cricketer she liked, Khushi casually mentioned Suryakumar Yadav and said that he used to message her. Her comment was instantly picked up by social media users, many of whom assumed there was something more between the two.

However, speaking to NDTV, Khushi cleared the air and said that her statement was taken completely out of context. “Can’t we talk as friends?” she said, adding that there was never any romantic angle involved. According to her, the conversation was friendly and respectful, and nothing beyond that.

‘It was blown out of proportion’

Khushi explained that while she and Suryakumar had spoken in the past, they are no longer in touch. She also clarified that she has not spoken to the cricketer regarding the controversy and had no intention of creating any buzz around his name. The actress expressed disappointment over how a simple remark turned into a full-blown controversy online.

She further added that social media often twists words, and once a narrative is set, it becomes difficult to correct it. Despite the backlash, Khushi maintained that she has nothing but respect for Suryakumar and wished him and Team India the best for the upcoming World Cup.

How did the controversy start?

The moment that triggered the entire debate came during a red carpet interaction. When asked which cricketer she liked or would date, Khushi replied casually that many cricketers had approached her and mentioned Suryakumar Yadav’s name. That one statement was enough to spark trolling, memes, and speculation across platforms.

Who is Khushi Mukherjee?

Khushi Mukherjee is an actress who has worked in Telugu and Hindi films and has also been part of popular reality shows like Splitsvilla 10 and Love School 3. She later appeared in the television show Baalveer Returns and has featured in several OTT projects. In recent months, she has also grabbed attention for her bold fashion choices, often making headlines through paparazzi appearances.

Suryakumar Yadav’s quiet response

While the controversy continued online, Suryakumar Yadav chose to remain silent. On the same day, he was seen visiting the Tirumala temple with his wife on the occasion of Vaikuntha Ekadashi. Videos from the visit went viral, with many praising the cricketer for staying focused amid the chatter.

For now, Khushi Mukherjee has made it clear that there was no story, no relationship, and certainly no controversy from her end. Sometimes, a simple conversation is just that.

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