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The internet is buzzing following a recent sighting in Mumbai that has set the rumour mills spinning. Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal was spotted stepping out for dinner with Shefali Bagga, a familiar face in Indian television and digital media circles.
While the two posed separately for the paparazzi, their near-simultaneous exit from a high-end Mumbai restaurant on Saturday, January 24, 2026, was enough to ignite widespread speculation across social media platforms.
Who is Shefali Bagga?
Shefali is a versatile media professional whose career spans journalism, reality television, digital hosting, and sports presentation. Known for her confident on-screen presence and outspoken personality, Shefali has steadily built a space for herself in India’s competitive entertainment and media industry.
From newsroom to national TV
Born and raised in New Delhi, Shefali pursued Journalism and Mass Communication from Delhi University, laying a strong foundation in news reporting and anchoring. She began her professional journey in 2015 with the India Today Group, where she worked as a news anchor and reporter for platforms such as Aaj Tak and Tez.
During her early years in journalism, Shefali became known for her sharp delivery, comfort with live debates, and ability to handle high-pressure newsroom environments—skills that later helped her transition smoothly into entertainment television.
Bigg Boss 13: The turning point
Shefali shot to nationwide fame in 2019 after entering Bigg Boss 13. Her straightforward opinions, emotional transparency, and unfiltered interactions made her one of the season’s most discussed contestants.
Although she did not win the season, her stint on the reality show significantly boosted her public profile and opened doors in mainstream entertainment. Post-Bigg Boss, Shefali reinvented herself as a television personality rather than just a news anchor, broadening her appeal among younger audiences.
Reinventing herself in sports and digital entertainment
In recent years, Shefali has leaned into sports hosting and digital reality formats, blending her journalism background with entertainment. She served as a presenter during the Legends Cricket Trophy 2024, where her comfort around cricketers and ability to simplify the game for viewers earned positive feedback.
She has co-hosted the adventure-based dating reality show Loventure on JioHotstar, alongside social media influencer Mr. Faisu. The show has further strengthened her presence in the digital-first entertainment space.
With growing involvement in sports-related content, Shefali has increasingly been seen at cricketing events, studio shows, and celebrity gatherings linked to the sporting world.
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The Mumbai sighting: What we know so far
As explained above the celebrity duo (Yuzi and Shefali) was spotted at a popular Mumbai diner late Saturday evening. Chahal opted for a casual look, wearing a black shirt, faded blue jeans, and his signature spectacles. Shefali appeared stylish in a black bodycon dress, keeping her look minimal yet elegant.
Videos from the sighting quickly made rounds on social media. While the two did not pose together, their closely timed exit did little to curb public curiosity. Chahal was also seen politely declining requests for a joint photograph before leaving the venue.
The timing of the sighting has amplified interest. Netizens recently observed that Chahal and radio jockey RJ Mahvash have unfollowed each other on Instagram, sparking speculation about a possible fallout. The duo had earlier maintained that they shared a close friendship despite persistent rumours.
Following his divorce from choreographer Dhanashree Verma in 2025, Chahal has largely stayed away from public discussions about his personal life. This outing with Shefali marks his first high-profile appearance that has prompted fresh speculation about his relationship status.
