Dhruv Rathee
In short
An Indian influencer and activist who is currently in the news following his recent detention by Delhi Police and subsequent allegations of unofficial house arrest and constant police surveillance.
Who they are now
He is a prominent YouTuber and political commentator known for discussing social, political, and environmental issues. As of May 2026, he has amassed over 40 million subscribers on YouTube.
Why they are in the news
He is trending due to reports of his detention in Delhi and his claims that he is under unofficial house arrest and being followed by police personnel.
An example of their work
He produces educational and political commentary videos on YouTube. Recently, he made public claims regarding the reshooting of parts of Salman Khan's film, Maatrubhumi.