Mumbai, February 2, 2026: A controversy that originally made headlines in 2024 has unexpectedly resurfaced on national television, capturing social media attention once again. Content creator Maxtern (real name Sagar Thakur) revealed new details during the first episode of the reality show The 50, about an unexplained ₹1 lakh transfer from Elvish Yadav — sparking renewed debate about intent, trust, and influencer rivalries.
What Happened on The 50? How the ₹1 Lakh Transfer Came to Light
In the premiere of The 50 on February 1, 2026, contestant Maxtern spoke candidly to fellow reality star Prince Narula about his past feud with another internet personality widely understood to be Elvish Yadav — though not named explicitly at that moment.
During the conversation, Maxtern revealed:
- He was offline when a bank alert informed him about a ₹1 lakh deposit into his account.
- He had no prior knowledge of the transaction and didn’t ask for the money.
- At the time, he was emotionally vulnerable and spent several sleepless days dealing with online attacks and stress.
- Later, when asked to return the money by Lakshay (Elvish Yadav’s then-manager and friend), Maxtern did so via two UPI transactions — still without a clear explanation of intent.
Maxtern described the amount as not financially significant but emotionally confusing, questioning whether the transfer was meant to help or to place him in a difficult public position.
Timeline: From 2024 Clash to 2026 Revelations
March 2024 — First Conflict Goes Viral
The feud first broke out in early March 2024, when a video of Elvish Yadav allegedly assaulting Maxtern in Gurugram went viral. Maxtern claimed he was beaten and threatened. An FIR was filed against Elvish under several IPC sections including rioting and voluntary hurt. Elvish denied wrongdoing, accusing Maxtern of fabricating stories and even threatening his family.
The online feud quickly became a major trending topic, with intense reactions from fans and critics alike.
Public Reconciliation Attempts
After initial outrage and backlash, both parties eventually worked toward a public reconciliation, influenced by mediator and social media figure Rajat Dalal. They described the incident as a misunderstanding and encouraged fans to move on. However, many questions remained unanswered — especially about the mysterious bank transfer.
January 2026 — New Reality Show Disclosure
Nearly two years later, on The 50, Maxtern spoke openly about aspects of the feud that never reached public record, reigniting interest and sparking fresh debate: Why was the money sent? Was it a setup? Or was it a goodwill gesture gone wrong?
Why the ₹1 Lakh Transfer Matters Enough to Reopen the Debate
₹1 lakh (about USD ~1,200) is not an enormous sum for public figures, but the context matters:
- The transfer happened without explanation.
- It occurred during a period of intense stress and social media pressure.
- Maxtern returned the money, but questions about motive remain.
- The revelation took place on a national reality show, giving it maximum exposure.
This has led many viewers and commentators to analyze influencer relationships, money dynamics, and the blurred lines between collaboration and conflict among internet celebrities.
Social media users have already reacted strongly, with debates about whether the transfer was benign, manipulative, or even a tactic to shift public opinion. (Opinions vary widely across platforms.) — Note: social posts not independently verifiable.
#Maxtern claims #ElvishYadav deposited Rs 1 lakh into his account before assault: ‘Don’t know if it was to frame me’https://t.co/OrIsSBOo0n
— SCREEN (@ieEntertainment) February 2, 2026
Maxtern's Side: From Assault Victim to Reality Star
Sagar Thakur, aka Maxtern, rose via PUBG wins and savage roasts. Post-2024 beatdown, he bounced back with 4 million subs. The 50 is his glow-up – emotional, raw. He denies family insults, blames "scripted hate." Music video regret? "Added slap for drama, got burned." Returned the ₹1 lakh on Lakshay's word – trust gone.YouTube
