Irina Rudakova, the Russian model and Bigg Boss Marathi fame, found herself in the middle of a scary road rage incident in Mumbai. She was travelling in an auto-rickshaw when a car driver got out of his vehicle, grabbed her elderly auto driver by the collar, and started abusing and threatening him. Instead of staying quiet, Irina pulled out her phone, recorded everything, and shared the video online, asking Mumbai Police for help. The video has gone viral, and people are now talking about the growing problem of road rage in the city.
The incident happened on September 3, 2026, and Irina posted the video on her Instagram account the next day. She tagged the Mumbai Police and urged her followers to support her in taking the matter forward.
What Exactly Happened During the Auto Ride
Irina was sitting in an auto-rickshaw in Mumbai when things took a bad turn. A car driver got into a heated argument with her auto driver. The situation quickly became physical. The man got out of his car, pulled the auto driver out by his collar, and started shouting abuses.
The man was heard saying, “Maarunga idhar hi,” which means “Will hit you right here”. He continued using abusive language while the terrified auto driver kept apologising and saying he had not seen the car.
Irina captured everything on her phone, including the number plates of both vehicles. At the beginning of the video, she made her position clear.
“I want full support because this behaviour in Mumbai should stop and this is totally not right.” – Irina Rudakova
After the man walked back to his car, the auto driver checked on Irina and asked if she was hurt. She replied that she was fine. The auto driver also asked if she was scared during the confrontation, and she reassured him that she was okay.
Irina’s Strong Reaction to the Incident
Irina did not hold back in expressing her anger about what she saw. She pointed out that the car driver had broken the rules himself but took his anger out on the auto driver. She also noted that there were no scratches on the car, making the whole confrontation completely unnecessary.
“Because such people can afford to do this, then these small people suffer like this.” – Irina Rudakova
She strongly condemned the physical aggression, saying, “He is not allowed to use his hands on anyone. This is not good”. She appealed to anyone with connections to the police to come forward and help her report the incident.
Who Is Irina Rudakova?
Irina Rudakova, who also goes by her stage name Irina Rai, is a Russian model, actress, and dancer who has built a career in the Indian entertainment industry. She moved to India in her early twenties and has been working in the industry ever since.
She walked the ramp for DKNY in Dubai in 2014 and later appeared in the Hindi TV show Choti Sarrdaarni. She has also featured in Marathi music videos and worked as a cheerleader at the IPL and ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.
In 2024, she made history by becoming the first foreign contestant to enter Bigg Boss Marathi Season 5. She also won Reality Ranis of the Jungle (Season 2). Her participation in Bigg Boss Marathi brought her wider recognition among Marathi television audiences.
Video Goes Viral, Support Pours In
The video Irina shared has gone viral on social media. Her post has received thousands of views and comments, with many people supporting her decision to speak up against road rage. She also urged her followers to repost the video and help spread the message.
Irina’s video has brought attention to the bigger problem of road rage on Mumbai’s streets, especially when small traffic issues turn into aggressive confrontations. She highlighted the power imbalance between car owners and auto-rickshaw drivers, suggesting that people who can afford expensive cars should not use their position to bully those from less privileged backgrounds.
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Police Action Requested
Irina has officially requested police intervention in the matter. She asked her followers whether anyone with a connection to the police could help her take the matter forward. She also tagged the Mumbai Police in her post, urging them to take action.
The video clearly shows the man’s face and the number plate of his car, which could help the police identify him. Irina’s quick thinking in recording the entire incident has provided strong evidence of the harassment.
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