Ex-Muslim YouTuber Sahil Alleges Attack By Group In Mumbai Over His Views On Islam

YouTuber and activist Ex-Muslim Sahil has alleged that he was attacked by a group of around 12 people in Mumbai's Vashi area on Saturday night over his views on Islam. Sharing a video showing blood on his face and an injury to his hand, Sahil claimed he could have been killed had he not managed to escape.

Sahil Shares Video, Alleges Attack By Former Acquaintances

In a video shared on social media, Sahil said he had visited a location in Vashi with some new friends when a group of people from Dharavi, where he previously lived, allegedly attacked him.

"I had gone to a place in Vashi with my new friends and a group of people from Dharavi, where I resided earlier, attacked me. They wanted to kill me," he said, adding that he was unarmed.

Sahil also claimed that people who identify as ex-Muslims were not safe in Mumbai or elsewhere in India. Mumbai Police had not issued an official response to his allegations at the time of publication.

Sahil Refers To Earlier Attack On Ex-Muslim Activist

During the video, Sahil referred to the February attack on Ghaziabad-based ex-Muslim YouTuber Saleem Wastik, who was allegedly stabbed multiple times in the neck and abdomen inside his office.

Wastik survived the attack after undergoing treatment in hospital. The two accused were subsequently injured in separate police encounters and later died while receiving treatment.

Sahil demanded strict action against those responsible for the alleged assault on him, saying they should face similar consequences to the attackers in the Wastik case.

Who Is Ex-Muslim Sahil?

Sahil is a YouTuber and activist known for discussing Islamic theology and debating religious scholars. His YouTube channel, Exmuslim Sahil Uncensored, has around 2.75 lakh subscribers, according to the report.

He began questioning religious beliefs during the Covid-19 lockdown in 2020. After seeking answers from clerics and preachers, he started a YouTube channel to discuss his doubts and what he considered problematic aspects of religious theology.

Sahil Had Earlier Announced Exit From Activism

In October 2025, Sahil announced that he was stepping away from his activism and returning to Islam. He clarified at the time that his decision was not driven by a spiritual awakening and that he would not begin defending the faith.

His announcement came after the death of his mother. The report said that he had told her that it was important for her to be buried at the Dharavi cemetery, her wish.

Meanwhile, after the alleged attack in Mumbai Sahil has said he will carry on his activism. In the video he stated that he would keep talking about his “reality of Islam.”

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