TLDR;
This video tells the chilling story of Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla, whose illicit affair led to the gruesome murder of Muskan's husband, Saurabh Rajput. Driven by drug addiction, manipulation, and a twisted belief in black magic, Muskan and Sahil meticulously planned and executed the crime, dismembering Saurabh's body and concealing it in a cement-filled drum. The summary covers their initial romance, Saurabh's overseas work, Muskan's infidelity, and the horrifying details of the murder and its aftermath, highlighting the betrayal, deceit, and the devastating impact on Saurabh's family and their young daughter.
- Muskan and Saurabh's arranged marriage faced familial opposition but eventually led to a seemingly happy life before Saurabh's overseas work.
- Muskan's affair with Sahil, fueled by drug addiction and manipulation, culminated in the brutal murder of Saurabh.
- The meticulous planning and execution of the crime, including dismemberment and concealment, shocked the community and led to a high-profile investigation.
The Beginning of a Twisted Love Story [0:00]
In 2016, Muskan Rastogi lived with her parents and grandfather in Meerut. Her grandfather, a renowned astrologer, often had visitors, including Saurabh Rajpoot. Saurabh fell in love with Muskan at first sight, and their relationship gradually grew. Despite family opposition, their love deepened, and they decided to marry. After marriage, Saurabh, a merchant navy officer, had to work overseas, leaving Muskan with his parents. Muskan often called Saurabh, complaining of mistreatment by his parents, which caused him distress.
Separation and Financial Struggles [0:57]
Six months after their wedding, Saurabh returned and, wanting to alleviate Muskan's distress, decided they should live separately. In September 2016, they moved into a rented house in Meerut. Three years later, they had a daughter named Pihu. However, Saurabh faced financial problems and moved to London in 2023 to work in a bakery. He worked hard, staying in touch with his family via video calls, hoping his efforts would improve their lives.
Infidelity and Deceit [2:44]
After about a year, on 24 February 2025, Saurabh returned to India to visit his wife and daughter. He celebrated Pihu's sixth birthday on 28 February 2025. On 3 March 2025, Muskan told her family she was going to Shimla with Saurabh on 4 March. Saurabh's brother, Rahul, contacted him about dinner on 4 March, receiving a message that Saurabh was travelling with Muskan and would return in a few days. Saurabh's sister messaged him on 6 March, asking why he hadn't brought Pihu, to which he replied that the temperature was too cold. Saurabh shared photos from Shimla and Manali. When his sister asked when he would return, Saurabh said he had a work emergency and didn't know when he would be back.
Discovery of the Horrific Crime [4:10]
The landlord of their rented house in Brahmpuri called Muskan, requesting she vacate the house for renovations. Muskan said she and Saurabh were on vacation and would vacate upon their return. On 17 March, Muskan returned from Himachal and hired labourers to help move. She asked them to move a heavy blue drum, supposedly containing scrap, into the larder. The labourers struggled to move it, and a foul odour emanated from the drum, causing them to flee. The landlord called Muskan, but she had already left for her parents' house.
Confession and Revelation [5:21]
Muskan, in a distressed state, told her parents that Saurabh was dead, claiming his family had killed him for refusing to divorce her. Meanwhile, the labourers reported the incident to the police, who discovered dismembered body parts, including Saurabh's head, in the cement-filled drum. The police began their investigation, questioning Saurabh's parents, who denied Muskan's accusations. Suspicion then fell on Muskan, who initially appeared frightened during questioning but eventually confessed to the crime.
The Affair and Descent into Darkness [7:46]
Muskan revealed that in 2019, she reconnected with her old school friend, Sahil Shukla, on a WhatsApp group. They began talking for hours, and their meetings escalated into an affair. Sahil, a hardcore drug addict, introduced Muskan to drugs. Neighbours noticed Sahil's frequent visits to Muskan's house in Saurabh's absence and informed Saurabh in London. When Saurabh confronted Muskan, she became defensive and defiant.
Manipulation and Black Magic [9:41]
Despite attempts to reconcile, Muskan remained uncooperative. Saurabh's parents advised him to give the marriage time for the sake of their daughter, Pihu. However, Sahil's visits continued, and their relationship deepened beyond drug use. Sahil, grieving his mother's death, turned to drugs and black magic. Muskan, manipulative and cunning, exploited Sahil's emotional vulnerability. She created a fake Snapchat account in the name of Sahil's deceased mother and sent him messages, manipulating him into believing his mother's spirit was communicating with him.
The Twisted Plot and Execution [11:31]
Muskan, posing as Sahil's mother, instructed him to eliminate Saurabh to be with her. She convinced Sahil that it was not murder but a tantric ritual. In November 2024, Saurabh informed Muskan he would return home in February, alarming her. On 22 February, Muskan obtained sleeping pills under the guise of depression and anxiety. She also bought heavy-duty sleeping pills online, knives, and large poly bags. On 3 March 2025, after Pihu's school exams, Muskan left her with her grandmother, claiming she and Saurabh were going to Shimla.
The Gruesome Murder and Cover-Up [13:18]
That night, Saurabh ate his favourite dish, lauki ka kofta, brought by his mother, which Muskan laced with sleeping pills. As Saurabh fell unconscious, Muskan called Sahil. Muskan handed Sahil a knife and instructed him to stab Saurabh in the heart. They stabbed Saurabh multiple times. Despite the pills, Saurabh briefly regained consciousness but was paralysed. Sahil dragged Saurabh's body to the bathroom, where he dismembered it, cutting off his head and hands. They cut the remaining body into fifteen pieces.
Aftermath and Capture [14:59]
Muskan slept soundly that night. Sahil took Saurabh's head and hands to his room, decorated with satanic symbols, believing it would bring him good fortune. The next morning, Muskan bought a blue plastic drum and cement. They mixed the cement and placed Saurabh's body parts into the drum, sealing it. They cleaned the house with bleach to remove any traces of blood. That evening, Muskan booked a trip to Shimla-Manali with Sahil, using Saurabh's bank account, while telling her family she was with Saurabh. She only responded to messages to maintain the illusion.
Downfall and Justice [17:09]
While in Himachal, Muskan tried to withdraw money from Saurabh's account but failed. Running out of money, they returned to Meerut on 17 March, planning to bury the drum. However, their plan was foiled, and they were caught. Muskan and Sahil are now in jail, charged under sections 103 (murder), 105, 238, and 61 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. The video concludes by highlighting the tragic impact on Pihu, who is unaware of her father's death, and calls for justice for the heinous crime.
