Popular YouTuber Gaurav Taneja, known as Flying Beast, and his wife Ritu Rathee are at the center of a heated controversy surrounding their marriage. The couple, who have been married since 2016 and have two daughters, Rashi and Pihu, have been facing separation rumours that have sparked widespread speculation on social media.
The rumours gained momentum after Ritu Rathee was seen at a spiritual event, 'Bhajan Marg' by Premanand Maharaj, where she reportedly addressed issues of infidelity and custody of their children. This appearance, combined with her noticeable absence from Gaurav's recent vlogs and reduced social media activity, has fueled the speculation.
Gaurav Taneja's Response
Gaurav Taneja broke his silence on the separation rumours through a heartfelt note on Instagram. He urged his followers not to make assumptions or expect any public explanation from him. Taneja wrote, 'I will remain quiet for my kids and the mother of my child. Ready to live with all the negativity and hate for my entire life. Please don’t expect any public explanation. Please stop making any assumptions'.
Taneja also highlighted the societal tendency to quickly villainize men, stating, 'Men are made villains very fast. We don’t cry, we talk less and express less. Some of us are hardwired like that.' He emphasized that social media is not the appropriate platform to discuss family matters and asked for understanding from his fans.
Cheating Allegations
An old video from Gaurav Taneja's vlog has resurfaced, sparking further controversy. In the 2021 video, Taneja discussed how extramarital affairs can occur when husbands feel neglected after the birth of their child. While he advised men to be vigilant and not get involved in affairs, many social media users interpreted his comments as an indirect admission of cheating on his wife.
Fans and followers have been critical of Taneja's comments, with some accusing him of being insensitive to the challenges faced by mothers and others questioning his involvement and happiness with the birth of their second daughter. The absence of playful banter and camaraderie in their recent videos has also been noted, further fueling the speculation about their relationship.
Career and Personal Life
Gaurav Taneja, a former AirAsia pilot, manages three popular YouTube channels: Flying Beast, Fit Muscle TV, and Rasbhari Ke Papa. Ritu Rathee, also a pilot, has been an active participant in their social media presence. However, her recent absence from their videos and social media has been a significant point of discussion among their fans.
Despite the personal challenges, Taneja has assured his followers that he will remain active on social media due to his work commitments, emphasizing that he cannot let others suffer because of his personal issues.
