Malti Chahar’s Viral Reaction to Rahul Joining CSK

New Delhi, December 19, 2025: The Chahar household is currently painted in shades of “Yellove.” Following the high-octane IPL 2026 Auction, model and Bigg Boss 19 finalist Malti Chahar took to social media to share her excitement over her cousin, Rahul Chahar, being inducted into the Chennai Super Kings (CSK).

In a heartfelt and humorous post that quickly went viral, Malti highlighted a long-standing family rivalry that has finally reached a “yellow” conclusion.

A Family Divided by the Jersey

Malti Chahar, a self-proclaimed “super fan” of the Chennai Super Kings, has long been a fixture at the Chepauk Stadium, famously cheering for her brother Deepak Chahar, who is a core pillar of the CSK bowling attack. However, her younger cousin Rahul Chahar had previously spent his career in different colors, most notably with the Mumbai Indians and Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Revealing a hilarious family secret, Malti shared that the sibling rivalry was so intense that they had even blocked each other on social media for nearly three years.

“I had saved these pics only for this day… We fought, blocked each other for 3 years — all because I supported yellow. Well… how the tables have turned! Congratulations!” Malti captioned her Instagram post, which featured nostalgic photos from Rahul’s haldi ceremony—a fittingly yellow-themed event.

The Auction Masterstroke

Rahul Chahar’s journey to the “Yellow Army” wasn’t without its share of drama. During the 2026 auction, the 26-year-old leg-spinner initially went unsold in the first round. However, CSK—known for their strategic depth and preference for experienced Indian spinners—stepped in during the accelerated round to secure his services for ₹5.20 crore.

Rahul brings a wealth of experience to the Ruturaj Gaikwad-led side:

• Matches Played: 79
• Wickets Taken: 75
• Venue Record: Rahul has an exceptional record at Chepauk, taking 14 wickets in just 9 matches at an average of 15.92.

Malti’s Post-Bigg Boss Spotlight

Malti Chahar, who recently emerged as a fan favorite and Top 6 finalist on Bigg Boss 19, has been making headlines for her unapologetic and bold personality. Since the show concluded on December 7 (with Gaurav Khanna taking the trophy), she has been vocal about her journey and her unwavering support for her family.

The “Chahar Duo” at CSK is now one of the most anticipated storylines for the upcoming IPL season. Fans are already looking forward to seeing the two brothers—one a swing specialist and the other a crafty leg-spinner—operating together under the legendary “MS Dhoni” influence that still permeates the CSK locker room.