Juli Lbr, wife of prominent Indian YouTuber and social commentator Dhruv Rathee, has publicly addressed recent extra-marital affair allegations against her husband, urging people to disregard the "bullshit rumours." Her statement comes after Rathee himself dismissed the claims as "propaganda" and a "calculated smear drive" by "IT cells" aimed at damaging his reputation. The couple, who welcomed their first child in September 2024, has strongly denied the unverified allegations circulating on social media platforms like X and Instagram since early January 2026.[news+8]
Juli Lbr Defends Husband on Instagram
Juli Lbr, a German medical student and social media personality, took to Instagram to support Dhruv Rathee amid the escalating online speculation. She commented on a post discussing the rumors, directly refuting the infidelity claims. Lbr wrote, "What the hell is this. Shitpos has gone a bit too far. Please don't respond. Please don't spread this bull rumours. Dhruv is the sweetest husband and we couldn't be happier."Her strong defense emphasizes the couple's unity against the allegations.[bollywoodshaadis+5]
The claims gained traction on social media, suggesting Rathee had cheated on Juli with an unnamed influencer. However, no credible evidence, such as verified screenshots or chat logs, has emerged to support these allegations.Many online users have also expressed skepticism, noting the lack of concrete proof.[latestly+6]
Dhruv Rathee Calls Claims 'Low-Effort Propaganda'
Dhruv Rathee, who boasts over 30 million subscribers on his main YouTube channel, addressed the rumors in a video statement released on January 17, 2026. He was in Dubai with his team when the allegations began to circulate. Rathee unequivocally denied the claims, calling them "fictional" and "low-effort propaganda."[news+5]
Rathee stated that such claims are part of an organized attempt to discredit him. He sarcastically mocked those behind the rumors for not even putting in the effort to create convincing fake evidence using AI tools."If you want to defame me, you'll have to put in a little more effort. You'll have to use some brains," Rathee said in his video, emphasizing the baseless nature of the allegations.He further asserted his unwavering loyalty to his wife, stating he could never imagine betraying her.[timesofindia+12]
Couple's Journey and Public Life
Dhruv Rathee and Juli Lbr have been together for over a decade, having met in 2014 when they were both 19 years old.Their relationship began after regular encounters on a tram in Germany.They married in a Christian ceremony at Belvedere Palace in Vienna, Austria, in November 2021, followed by a Hindu wedding ceremony in May 2022.[bollywoodshaadis+8]
The couple frequently shares aspects of their life, including travel vlogs, with their audience.In July 2024, they announced they were expecting their first child, and their son was born in September 2024.Juli Lbr also works as a part-time cameraperson for Rathee's travel vlogs, further integrating their personal and professional lives.[sigmastory+6]
Rathee's work as a YouTuber and social commentator often places him at the center of polarized political debates in India, leading to frequent personal attacks and the spread of misinformation against him.Both Dhruv and Juli appear determined to move past the current online rumors, focusing on their family and professional commitments.[sigmastory+3]
