Elvish Yadav SLAMS News Portal Over ‘Maut Ki Taarik’ Headline Following Death Threat

Popular YouTuber and social media personality Elvish Yadav has lashed out at a news organization for its “insensitive” and “sensationalist” coverage of a serious security threat against him.

The controversy erupted after reports surfaced that Yadav allegedly received an extortion demand of ₹10 crore from an individual claiming to be Randeep Malik, a self-proclaimed close aide of jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. While the threat itself has caused widespread concern among his followers, it was a news portal’s headline ‘Elvish ki maut ka tareek’ (The date of Elvish’s death) that pushed the influencer to his breaking point.

Taking to his Instagram stories, the Bigg Boss OTT 2 winner shared a screenshot of the broadcast, expressing his utter disgust. “This is why I no longer trust them. They should be ashamed of themselves,” Yadav wrote in a post that quickly went viral across platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook. His supporters were quick to rally behind him, accusing the media outlet of “crossing all ethical lines” to garner clicks and views at the expense of someone’s life and mental well-being.

Security Concerns and Fan Support

The extortion threat reportedly warned of dire consequences if the hefty sum was not paid, leading many to urge the Gurugram Police and relevant authorities to provide the creator with immediate protection.

This incident comes during a particularly turbulent time in the Indian entertainment industry, where several high-profile figures have reportedly been targeted by the Bishnoi gang. Fans have flooded social media with the hashtag #JusticeForElvish, demanding that sensationalist journalism be held accountable for trivializing death threats.

Despite the gravity of the situation, the news portal’s attempt to turn a life-threatening scenario into a “clickbait” headline has shifted the conversation toward the ethics of digital news reporting.

For Elvish, who is no stranger to controversy or media scrutiny, this particular episode represents a personal breach of trust. As investigations into the threat continue, the YouTuber’s legal team is reportedly looking into the matter to ensure both his physical safety and his right against defamatory or malicious reporting.