Yuzvendra Chahal, the veteran leg-spinner for Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, is facing scrutiny over personal controversies. Recently, actress Taniya Chatterjee claimed that Chahal sent her a direct message on Instagram, stating, 'Aap cute ho' (You are cute). This revelation has sparked discussions online, especially as Chahal's personal life has frequently been in the news. Earlier, he was criticized for allegedly smoking and throwing a cigarette out of his car while driving. Chahal, who divorced his wife Dhanashree Verma in 2025, was also linked to RJ Mahvash, although they have since unfollowed each other on social media. On the field, Chahal has had a solid start to the season, picking up three wickets in four matches. He has expressed a desire to enhance his fitness and performance, having quit alcohol over six months ago, stating he wants to give 150% for his team.