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‘Parents disowned Anurag Dobhal last year’: Manager exposes truth on UK07 Rider’s car crash, relationship with wife Ritika, anti-dowry case against family

YouTuber Anurag Dobhal UK07 Rider Update: In an exclusive interview, Anurag Dobhal's manager Rohit Panday spoke at length about how some social media infleuncers and celebrities are supporting him just for clout, slammed people for being insensitive.

Anurag Dobhal manager on his family issuesAnurag Dobhal's manager speaks up on family disowining him (Photos: Anurag Dobhal / Instagram)

YouTube content creator and ex-Bigg Boss contestant Anurag Dobhal has been in the hospital since Saturday night after he allegedly live streamed his car crash while driving at over 150km/hr. The social media influencer, who had earlier claimed to be under extreme duress after being abandoned by his parents and wife,  sustained serious injuries in the accident and is recovering. Popular as UK07 Rider, it was during his hospitalisation that many reports claimed that he had been disowned by his father via a newspaper notice. Now, in an exclusive interview with SCREEN, Anurag’s manager Rohit Panday has clarified these reports. He even slammed other influencers and celebs for deriving publicity from Anurag’s accident.

Has Anurag Dobhal been disowned by his family?

Yes, it has happened, the content creator’s manager said. Anurag’s family had posted an advertisement in a local newspaper stating that they disown Anurag and his wife, Ritika, but it all happened last year. Talking about the reports now circulating on social media, Rohit said, “I want to clarify that while it’s being reported that his parents have disowned him after this accident, it’s not true. This announcement came out last year when their relations began to deteriorate. I don’t know who is circulating this now, but it’s from last year. As his brother Kalam Ink claimed, Anurag tried a lot to make his family agree to his marriage with Ritika, but they never agreed.”

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He further added, “Later, his parents got this advertisement published stating that they have disowned Anurag and Ritika. They did this because Anurag had purchased property worth Rs 2.5 crores in his mother’s name. I liquidated those funds. About 3-4 months after that, all of this happened. So it’s not like this has happened after the accident. We don’t want to ruin things with anybody; we are trying to reconcile the family. Only Anurag’s sanity matters to us. It has been 8 months since this advertisement was published, and someone is circulating this now; it’s very wrong.”

Anurag, Ritika filed dowry case against his parents

While the reason behind Anurag Dobhal’s rift with his family remains unknown, his manager gave a detailed account of how their equation deteriorated. “After Anurag got married, Ritika was not allowed to enter the family home. When that happened, they came back to the resort where the wedding had happened. We thought the family would agree in a few days, but they didn’t. After that, they have a tradition where the daughter-in-law cooks something in the kitchen for the first time. But Ritika was not allowed to do that either. Then they shifted to Manali and tried a lot to connect with the family. This is also the reason why he is in this mental state.”

UK07 Rider’s manager further added, “The family didn’t agree, they would rather tell him that they would disown him. Initially, he thought they were joking, but they went ahead and put the advertisement stating this. After they put out this advertisement, both Ritika and Anurag filed a dowry case against them, where it was mentioned what the family did to them. This is the same dowry case Kalam Ink mentioned about on his Instagram Broadcast channel. The family initiated all of it, not them. Anurag was trying to get back with his family, but they chose to break all ties. We filed the dowry case in retaliation and took Ritika Bhabhi’s permission to do so.”

Other influencers and celebs supporting Anurag Dobhal for clout?

Anurag Dobhal’s accident seems to have become an opportunity for some influencers and celebrities to get publicity from. Condemning some influencers, Anurag’s manager shared that they just came to the hospital for their clout. Talking especially about Thara Bhai Joginder and Tehelka Bhai, Rohit Panday said, “A lot of people would do anything for the clout at this moment. That influencer Thara Bhai Joginder got beaten up. He was trying to make a video with Tehelkaa Bhai showing how Anurag was. After Joginder was beaten up, he called up people asking them to support UK07 Rider. When I call him, he does not take my call.”

“A supporter is not someone who keeps making videos. Thara Bhai Joginder is just doing nautanki; he was beaten up by some friends of Anurag. They were just doing those things for clout. Even I can post a video of Anurag, but I don’t want to do that. I am only sharing updates for his fans on social media. And all those standing in support now, I want to ask them where they were before?” Anurag’s manager said.

Anurag’s wife, Ritika, 8 months pregnant, is with him

He also added, “Anurag’s wife is 8 months pregnant and with him. Many influencers are claiming Anurag is alone in the hospital but that’s not true. There are more than 50 people in the hospital at the moment, including our close friends. I accept that the family is not answering my calls. Ritika bhabhi rushed to hospital at 6 on the morning Anurag was admitted. She has been there, despite her health but she is still receiving hate.”

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“I just want to know, where were these people when Anurag was suffering. Even when he put out that two-hour-long video, no one reached out. When the accident news became a highlight, that’s when they started coming and showing support. I have been Anurag’s manager since Bigg Boss. I have been handling his mental health for eight months, and I know what he was going through. He doesn’t care about getting views.”

He even spoke about a few others who were genuinely concerned, “Manaara was genuinely concerned; she called me and has been taking updates. Elvish Yadav is genuinely supporting UK Rider; he offered to come and meet Anurag once he gets a little better.”

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Rohit also shared that he spoke to Anurag on the day of his accident. He shared, “People are telling me I didn’t convince Anurag. He spoke to me on a video call that morning, and in the evening, he said he was feeling suffocated and wanted to get out of his room. I asked him to come to Mumbai, but he didn’t want to be seen at the airport; he was scared of being made fun of. Later, I got a call from the guy he was staying with that he was going to meet his sister, and he wanted to go alone. When I spoke to Anurag, he told me he just wanted to get some air, and then he would come back. So, I agreed. Thirty minutes later, I saw he went live and was doing this. I was in Mumbai when the accident happened. His fans rushed him to the hospital.”

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Anurag Dobhal’s health update

While Rohit has been updating UK07’s fans on social media about his health, he is upset over many making assumptions. “I have been telling people to only consider the information for me as official, but people are not listening. People are not realizing the state Ritika Bhabhi is in; they just want to slyly come in and make a video. I was talking to Anurag before he went in for surgery. I could have made a video and shared, but it’s not right. I am being asked to give video interviews, but that’s not my priority.”

He shared that Anurag underwent surgery on Monday night, and since the injuries are severe, he will be kept in the ICU for a few days. Rohit also added, “Before undergoing a surgery, he told me, I am all he has because others are all doing things for fame. I will reply to everyone once Anurag recovers. As of now, I am looking at his hospital bill, talking to doctors, as well as managing the crowd.”

Addressing claims of Anurag doing all of this for views, Rohit shared, “Had Anurag done this for views, why would he be away for 8 months? This video would have come back then only. I am not sure if he will make a comeback, but if he wanted views, Anurag was approached for Rise and Fall, The 50, but he refused the shows. People should feel ashamed for making fun of his mental health.”

 

Nawaz Javed Kochra is a seasoned entertainment journalist at The Indian Express Online, bringing nearly a decade of expertise to the forefront of cultural reporting. With a focus on the television and Over-The-Top (OTT) landscapes, he has established himself as a prominent voice in the industry, known for his high-profile celebrity interviews and insightful coverage of the Indian entertainment sector. Experience & Career Nawaz holds a Master of Arts in Communication and Journalism from Mumbai University, providing him with a rigorous academic and ethical foundation. In his 11-year career, he has navigated through several of India's leading media houses, building a portfolio that spans digital, print, and broadcast media: The Indian Express: Currently leads coverage of TV and OTT content, producing both written analysis and popular video interview segments. Former Roles: He began his career at the iconic Stardust Magazine and later held key positions at Zoom TV, Zee Multimedia, MissMalini, Bollywood Bubble, and Raindrop Media. Expertise & Focus Areas Nawaz’s beat is characterized by a blend of exclusive access and trend analysis. His core areas of expertise include: Reality Television: Specialized coverage of major franchises like Bigg Boss, providing behind-the-scenes insights and winner profiles. OTT Ecosystem: Tracking the shift from traditional cable to digital streaming platforms, with a focus on web series and digital premieres. Celebrity Profiles & Interviews: Nawaz is celebrated for his ability to foster candid conversations with industry stalwarts, from music composers like Amaal Mallik to other TV legends. Investigative Entertainment News: Reporting on sensitive industry developments, including legal disputes and personal stories of resilience within the acting community. Authoritativeness & Trust With a reputation built on years of networking and credible reporting, Nawaz Kochra is a "known face" in the Mumbai media circuit. His work at The Indian Express adheres to the publication's "Journalism of Courage" standard, ensuring that even entertainment reporting is approached with accuracy, sensitivity, and transparency. His educational background and extensive tenure across diverse media platforms provide him with the authoritative perspective required to analyze the rapid evolution of Indian show business. ... Read More

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