The Gurugram suicide case has taken a new turn after the deceased's family alleged that he was assaulted by his wife's relatives shortly before taking the extreme step. Police say the matter remains under investigation.

Gurugram, June 16: A suspected suicide case in Gurugram has sparked allegations of marital harassment after the family of a 30-year-old man claimed he was physically assaulted and mentally distressed in the hours leading up to his death.

The deceased, identified as Hukum Ahirwal, was found hanging in a rented room in the Sarhol area of Gurugram. While police have termed it a prima facie case of suicide, family members have alleged that continuous disputes with his wife and her relatives pushed him to take the extreme step.

Marriage Marked by Disputes

According to relatives, Hukum married Rajji, a resident of Damoh district in Madhya Pradesh, around three years ago. Family members claim that differences emerged soon after the marriage and that the couple spent limited time together.

They alleged that Rajji stayed at her matrimonial home for only a few months before returning to her parental residence and was unwilling to resume cohabitation. During this period, the couple also had a child, who is currently around two years old.

The child was reportedly born while Rajji was staying with her family, and the relationship between the two families continued to remain strained.

Panchayat Intervention

Sources familiar with the matter said efforts were made by both families to resolve the dispute through a community meeting held around a month ago.

According to the deceased's relatives, Rajji agreed to reunite with her husband after discussions but insisted that she would not stay at his ancestral home. Instead, she reportedly wanted the family to settle in Gurugram, where her brother and other relatives were residing.

Accepting the arrangement in an effort to save the marriage, Hukum moved to Sarhol along with his wife and child.

Distress Call Before Death

The most serious allegations have emerged from the deceased's final phone conversation with family members.

Kapil, the deceased's brother, claimed that Hukum called home shortly before his death and appeared frightened and emotionally disturbed. According to the family's account, he alleged that his wife had slapped him and called her brothers, who then assaulted him.

The family claims Hukum expressed fears about his safety during the call. A short while later, they were informed that he had allegedly taken his own life.

These allegations have not yet been independently verified by investigators.

Social Media Detail Emerges

Relatives further alleged that Hukum had recently purchased a new smartphone for his wife and helped her create an Instagram account.

According to family members, several videos were uploaded to the account within days. While the detail has drawn attention on social media, investigators have not indicated whether it has any direct relevance to the case.

Police have not commented on claims made by relatives regarding the couple's personal interactions in the days preceding the incident.

Police Await Investigation Findings

Station House Officer Sajjan said the case is being examined from all angles.

According to police, the body was sent for post-mortem examination and later handed over to the family. Preliminary findings indicate death due to hanging.

Officials stated that no external injury marks were found on the body during the initial examination. However, investigators will analyse the deceased's mobile phone records and call details as part of the probe.

Police said appropriate action would be taken if evidence establishes the involvement of any individual in abetment, harassment or other offences connected to the death.

Family Seeks Answers

The incident has left the family searching for answers and has raised questions about the circumstances leading to the man's death. As investigators collect digital evidence and statements from those involved, relatives are demanding a thorough inquiry into the allegations they have raised.

The Gurugram suicide case remains under investigation, and authorities have said conclusions will be drawn only after all evidence is examined.

Former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan and his wife Sophie Shine officially registered their marriage on Wednesday at the Registrar’s Office in Gurugram’s Vikas Sadan. The legal formalities came nearly two months after the couple held an intimate wedding ceremony in February.

Dhawan, dressed in a dark blue T-shirt and sunglasses, signed the documents alongside Sophie, who wore a light sky blue top. A handful of close associates accompanied the couple. Officials present at the registrar’s office confirmed the paperwork was completed without any ceremonial frills.

Low-key formalities at Vikas Sadan

The couple arrived discreetly at the government office in the morning. According to sources familiar with the matter, Dhawan and Sophie chose a weekday slot to avoid media attention. “They completed the signing in front of the marriage clerk and stayed for barely 15-20 minutes. Dhawan briefly chatted with some staff before leaving,” an official told reporters.

Unlike grand celebrity registrations, the former India opener kept the process minimal. Sophie, who hails from Ireland, remained by his side through the paperwork.

Wedding, engagement, and Chahal’s dance video

Dhawan proposed to Sophie on January 12 this year, announcing their engagement with an Instagram post: “Sharing everything from smiles to dreams. We are choosing each other’s company forever.” The couple then married on February 21 in a private ceremony.

Leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal, a close friend of Dhawan, attended the wedding and posted a video of himself dancing to ‘Maujaan Hi Maujaan’, giving fans a rare glimpse of the celebration. Sophie had earlier been spotted supporting Dhawan during his Punjab Kings stint in the IPL.

Who is Sophie Shine?

Sophie originally comes from Ireland and was working in the UAE when she met Dhawan. Her LinkedIn profile shows she served as Second Vice President (Product Consultant) at Northern Trust Corporation, an American financial services firm. She studied Marketing and Management at Limerick Institute of Technology and completed her early education at Castleroy College. Sophie frequently appears in Dhawan’s Instagram reels, often featuring in light-hearted, funny skits.

Dhawan’s ₹69 crore Gurugram apartment

The registration comes weeks after Dhawan made a significant real estate move in the same city. In February 2025, he purchased a luxury apartment in DLF’s ultra-premium project ‘The Dahlias’ on Golf Course Road, Sector-54. The 6,040 sq ft unit reportedly cost around ₹69 crore, with the former cricketer paying nearly ₹4 crore in stamp duty alone. The apartment includes five car parking spaces and a private elevator, according to property registration documents.

Dhawan’s first marriage ended in 2023

Dhawan was previously married to Aesha Mukerji in 2011. The couple officially divorced in October 2023 after an 11-year relationship. Aesha has two daughters from an earlier marriage, and together with Dhawan, she has a son named Zoravar.

With his legal marriage now formalised and a new home secured in Gurugram, Dhawan appears to be settling into a new phase of life. Neither he nor Sophie has made any public statement about the registration, but sources close to the couple said they plan to continue splitting time between India and overseas commitments.