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Indian Express
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Elvish Yadav gives pep talk to UPSC aspirants, internet not amused: ‘This country is doomed'
YouTuber-turned-reality show star Elvish Yadav has stirred backlash after a video surfaced on social media showing him delivering a motivational speech to UPSC aspirants at a recent event. The Bigg Boss OTT 2 winner and Roadies' gang leader, who has been caught up in multiple controversies, including allegations of stealing roadside flower pots and involvement in a snake venom racket, was seen congratulating the selected UPSC candidates at a private coaching centre. 'Jinka selection hua hai UPSC mein, meri taraf se sabhi ko congratulations (Congratulations to everyone who cracked the UPSC examinations),' Yadav, 27, said in the clip, adding that the nation was proud of their achievements. 'Aur hum sabhi log aap par bahot proud hai. Yadav community ko. Pure desh ko proud hai. Aise he aage badhte raho. Tarakki karo (Everyone is so proud, including the Yadav community and the entire country. May you get all the success).' The YouTuber also shared a personal anecdote, revealing that his mother once encouraged him to attempt the UPSC exams himself. 'Ek chhoti si meri bhi ek story hai. Meri mummy bhi chahti thi ki UPSC ka paper du main (I have a small story of my own too. My mother also wanted me to appear for the UPSC exam),' he said, acknowledging that while he was academically decent, the challenging lifestyle of civil service aspirants was never for him. 'Although padhne mein bhi sahi tha. But mai mummy ko humesha bolta tha ki mummy UPSC mein toh bahot padhna padta hai. Chaudah chaudah ghanta bachhe padhte hai. Bees tees ghanta padhte hai. Mobile use nahi karte. Mai toh aisa nahi hu. Toh mere se kabhi UPSC nahi ho paega (Although I was good at studying, I always used to tell my mother, 'Mom, you have to study a lot for UPSC. Kids study for 14 hours a day, sometimes even 20–30 hours. They don't use mobile phones. I'm not like that. So, I'll never be able to crack UPSC),' he recounted. Despite his reluctance, Yadav shared that his mother believed it was written in his astrological chart that he would become an IAS officer. Sharing the clip, an X handle @DrNimoYadav wrote, 'It has come to this, Elvish Yadav is giving motivational speech to UPSC-selected students. God save this country.' Watch here: It has come to this, Elvish Yadav is giving motivational speech to UPSC-selected students. God save this country 🙏🏼 — Dr Nimo Yadav 2.0 (@DrNimoYadav) June 2, 2025 Soon after the video went viral, several users questioned the relevance of an influencer addressing future civil servants. 'This clearly reflects the mindset of the people of India, which explains why India is frequently the subject of mockery worldwide,' a user wrote. 'Bcoz they understood end of the day bill gates meets dolly Chaiwala,' another user commented. 'This country is doomed,' a third user reacted.
Economic Times
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
From wildcard to winner: How Kushal Tanwar aka Gullu stole the show in Roadies Double Cross with Elvish Yadav
Wildcard entrant Kushal Tanwar aka Gullu clinched victory in Roadies Double Cross, mentored by YouTuber Elvish Yadav. Initially ousted by his own gang, his dramatic return and switch back to Team Elvish proved pivotal. Gullu's win, marked by resilience and raw emotion, turned him into a symbol of perseverance in a season full of twists and betrayals. Kushal Tanwar, known as Gullu, emerged as the winner of Roadies XX: Double Cross, representing Elvish Yadav's gang. Starting strong but later evicted, he returned as a wildcard and made a powerful comeback. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads A Calculated Gamble That Paid Off Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Roadies XX: Drama, Betrayal, and Redemption In a finale that blended raw emotion with nerve-wracking intensity, Kushal Tanwar — fondly known as Gullu — emerged as the winner of MTV Roadies XX : Double Cross. Representing YouTuber Elvish Yadav 's gang, the underdog contestant walked away with ₹10 lakh in prize money and a Hero Kaizma bike, scripting a remarkable story of resilience and made his first mark during the auditions, impressing a panel that included Elvish Yadav, Neha Dhupia, Prince Narula, Rhea Chakraborty, and Gautam Gulati. Though he started off as a strong contender, his journey took an unexpected turn when he was evicted by his own gang. Yet, like every great comeback story, Gullu returned — this time as a wildcard — and made his presence absorbed into Gautam Gulati's team post-eviction, Kushal stunned everyone by switching back to Elvish Yadav's gang after securing a ticket to the finale. The bold move became the turning point in his Roadies journey , setting the stage for one of the show's most emotionally charged victories.'This win is more than just a title,' Gullu said after the finale. 'It's a silent scream finally heard. There was no one to support me, no guiding hand. I went through it all alone. But I never gave up.' His words resonated with viewers across the country, who saw in him a reflection of every person fighting to be seen, to be was Elvish Yadav's debut season as a gang leader on Roadies, and winning it with Gullu by his side added a feather to his cap. 'From Day 1, I saw fire in him,' Elvish said. 'He didn't just win tasks, he won hearts. His journey is what Roadies is all about — unpredictability, loyalty, and passion.'The 20th season of the cult reality show was steeped in twists, dramatic betrayals, and gang politics. From open clashes between gang leaders to internal rivalries among contestants, Double Cross lived up to its name. But amid the chaos, Gullu's quiet strength and strategic choices shone much of Gullu's personal life remains private, his Roadies journey spoke volumes. A contestant with no apparent backing or showbiz connections, he relied on performance and persistence to make his mark. His journey — marked by rejection, self-belief, and a well-timed comeback — now stands as one of Roadies' most inspiring narratives.
