Devraj Patel is an Indian YouTuber and comedian from Chhatisgarh who is famous for his dialogue “Dil Se Bura Lagta Hai.” On Tuesday, June 26, 2023, the shocking news of his death came when he was killed in a road accident.
Wiki/Biography
Devraj Patel was born in 2001 (age 22; at time of death) in Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. He is from Daab Pali village and his whole family lives in that village. In 2021, he is continuing his studies and living in the city of Korba. He shifted to Raipur because of his interest in content creation.
Physical appearance
Height (approx): 5′ 3″
Weight (approx): 80 kg
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Dark Brown
Body Measurements: Chest: 44 inches, Waist 38 inches, Biceps: 13 inches
Family
Devraj Patel’s family belongs to Daab Pali village in Chhattisgarh.
Parents & Siblings
His father, Ghanshyam Patel, is a farmer, while his mother, Gauri Patel, is a housewife. Devraj is survived by his brother Hemant Patel and his sister, who live in the village with the rest of the family.
Career
Although Devraj belongs to Daab Pali village in Chhattisgarh, he shifted to Raipur to enter the world of content creation. He started making several videos, memes and reels which helped him gain the love and support of his fans. He started his official YouTube channel “Dil Se Bura Lagta Hai – Devraj Patel Official” in 2020 which has more than 4 lacs subscribers as per the report of 2023. In 2021, he uploaded a video with dialogue “dil se bura lagta hai” which became overnight sensation.
His popularity helped him bag a role as a student in the web series “Dhindhora” by popular YouTuber Bhuvan Bam in 2021.
Devraj Patel along with Bhuvan Bam promote Dhindora (2021)
Death
On Tuesday, June 26, 2023, the news of the death of a young YouTuber came that shocked the whole country. The accident happened around 3:30 pm when Devraj and his friend were returning from Nava Raipur on a bicycle after shooting a video. Devraj sat in the back while his friend rode the bike. The accident occurred when a speeding lorry, coming from the same direction, hit the bicycle holder. Devraj was pinned under the wheels of the heavy truck while his friend was injured. His friend, Rakesh Manhar, who was riding a bike, called an ambulance and Devraj was rushed to hospital where he was pronounced dead. On hearing the news of his death, his fans from all over the country expressed their grief by sharing some memes and reels of the young viral superstar. Not only that but Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Bhagel shared an old video of Devraj on his Twitter account. He wrote,
Devraj Patel, who made his place among millions with ‘Dil Se Bura Lagta Hai’, which made us all laugh, left us today. The loss of such an amazing talent at such a young age is so sad. May God give strength to the family and loved ones to bear this loss. Om Shanti.”
The lorry driver, Rahul Mandal, was arrested on charges of causing death by negligence.
Favourite
- Food: Chili Chicken, Chow Mein
- IPL Team: Royal Challengers Bangalore
Facts/Trivia
- In 2022, the young YouTuber recorded a short video related to education at Atmanand School. While shooting the video, he met Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Bhagel. Devraj shot a short video with the CM in which Devraj is seen saying that there are only two famous people in Chhattisgarh, one Me and one Mor Kaka. On this, the CM could not stop laughing. The video went viral and many people shared it on various online platforms. On the death of the young YouTuber on June 26, CM Bhupesh Bhagel shared the same video on his official Twitter account to offer condolences to him and his entire family.
- Devraj started making videos when he was living and studying in Korba City. He used to visit a cyber store every day where someone suggested Devraj to make a video. He started making videos but was interrupted by some memes and comments. At that time, he shared a video with the dialogue “dil se bura lagta hai” referring to all the trolls he faced for making his video.
- Devraj follows a non-vegetarian diet.
- In 2021, Devraj won the YouTube silver play button for having more than 1 follower on his YouTube channel “Dil Se Bura Lagta Hai – Devraj Patel Official.”
Devraj Patel with his YouTube Silver Play Button
- In one of his YouTube videos, Devraj shared about being a victim of body shaming and bullying. He said that people exploit him because of his short height and extra weight.
- At the time of death, Devraj was living in a rented accommodation in Avanti Vihar area of Raipur City.
Categories: Biography
Source: SCHOOL TRANG DAI
