08 March,2026 01:20 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Anurag Dobhal
YouTuber and Bigg Boss 17 fame Anurag Dobhal, popularly known as UK07 Rider, recently left fans deeply concerned after a shocking incident in which he allegedly attempted suicide during an Instagram Live while driving. The incident reportedly took place on the Delhi-Meerut Expressway and quickly went viral across social media platforms.
According to reports, Dobhal went live on Instagram while driving his car at high speed. During the livestream, he appeared visibly emotional and distressed. At one point, he was heard addressing his mother and expressing pain about not receiving enough love from her. Moments later, he reportedly sped up the car and referred to it as his "final drive." The livestream ended abruptly after the vehicle crashed into a road divider, leaving viewers shocked and worried about his condition.
People present at the scene rushed to help him after the crash. Videos circulating online showed Dobhal crying in pain as bystanders gathered around the damaged car and attempted to pull him out of the vehicle. He was quickly taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Later, his manager, Rohit Panday, shared an update on Dobhal's condition and revealed that the YouTuber had been shifted to another hospital and admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). He also appealed to fans to pray for Dobhal's recovery and thanked those who helped locate and assist him after the accident.
The incident reportedly comes amid a difficult phase in Dobhal's personal life. In recent videos and posts, he had spoken about struggling emotionally and claimed that he was facing mental distress due to conflicts with his family regarding his inter-caste marriage. His statements had already sparked concern among followers before the accident occurred.
A few hours after the incident, a video from the hospital surfaced online, offering some relief to worried fans. In the clip, Dobhal can be seen lying on a hospital bed while someone nearby asks him to smile. The YouTuber briefly smiles, suggesting that he is conscious and responding.
Another video showed fellow influencer Sunny Arya, also known as Tehelka and Dobhal's co-contestant from Bigg Boss 17, visiting him at the hospital. His friends and supporters have since urged fans to keep him in their prayers.
As the news spread online, fans flooded social media with messages expressing concern and support for the YouTuber. The incident has also sparked conversations around mental health, the pressures of public life, and the dangers of using social media while driving.
