Who is Khushi Mukherjee? Actress slapped with Rs 100 crore defamation case for her comments on cricketer Suryakumar Yadav

Actor and social media personality Khushi Mukherjee is rocking the headlines once again as a defamation case has been registered against her for making allegedly false statements about Indian cricketer Suryakumar Yadav. She remarked that the sportsman used to message her a lot. Now, amidst all the buzz around her, let's learn more about the actress.

Who is Khushi Mukherjee?

Khushi Mukherjee marked her debut in movies with the Tamil film titled 'Anjal Thurai' in the year 2013. She then featured in Telugu and Hindi projects. She starred in Telugu movies like 'Heart Attack' (2014) and 'Donga Prema' (2016). On the other hand, she starred in the Hindi film 'Shringaar' in 2013.


The actress gained popularity among people after her appearance in shows like 'Splitsvilla'.

Reportedly, she was born in 1996, in Kolkata, West Bengal. She recently started going viral on the internet for her bold appearances in the city. Her statements in the media often keep her in the headlines.

Here's what initially happened

Speaking to the reporters, Khushi Mukherjee alleged that Suryakumar Yadav used to message her. She said, "I don’t want to date any cricketer. There are many cricketers who message me. Suryakumar Yadav used to message me a lot, but now we don’t talk much, and I don’t want to be associated." The statement received massive reactions on the internet, with netizens questioning the timing and intent of her comments.

More about the Rs 100 crore defamation case against Khushi Mukherjee

A person named Faizan Ansari filed a Rs 100 crore defamation case against the actress on January 13, 2026. The individual hails from Mumbai and has complained to the Ghazipur police station that Mukherjee's claims are false and damaging.'

Ansari told reporters, "We want an FIR to be registered immediately against Khushi Mukherjee. I have mentioned this in my written complaint as well and requested strict action. At the very least, serious charges should be applied. More than two million people follow me on Instagram, and crores of people watch my videos."

“It is my responsibility to take this issue to every corner of the world. I am not afraid of anyone. I only want justice. I demand that an FIR be lodged immediately against Khushi Mukherjee, no matter how many difficulties arise. Until I get justice, I will stay in Ghazipur city."

Meanwhile, on the other hand, Suryakumar Yadav, who has been married to Devisha Shetty since the year 2016, has not addressed the issue as of now.Get the latest entertainment updates from the Times of India, along with the latest Hindi movies, upcoming Hindi movies in 2026 , and Telugu movies.”