Who is Payal Gaming?
Payal Dhare, popularly known by her gaming ID Payal Gaming, is one of India’s most celebrated female gamers, streamers, and esports personalities. With millions of followers across YouTube and social media, she has broken stereotypes in the male-dominated gaming industry and inspired countless young creators. Known for her engaging personality, strategic gameplay, and relatable content, Payal has become a role model for aspiring gamers, especially women in India. Recently, she came into the spotlight after an intimate video went viral on social media. Many users claim that the girl in the video is Payal. The controversy has stirred a debate as many people have been part of this discussion.
Wiki/Overview
| Full Name | Payal Dhare |
| Nickname | Payal Gaming |
| Profession | Gamer, Content Creator |
| Date of Birth | 18 September 2000 |
| Place of Birth | Umranala, Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh, India |
| Age (as of 2025) | 25 years old |
| Father | Shiv Shankar Dhare |
| Mother | Sangeeta Dhare |
| Spouse | Unmarried |
| Education | Graduation in Commerce |
| Known for | Payal Gaming is a popular Gamer and Content Creator. She is one of the most famous female gamers of India. |
| Residence | Delhi |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Height | 5’8 |
| Weight | N/A |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
Early Life
Payal Gaming was born on 18 September 2000 to parents Shiv Shankar Dhare and Sangeeta Dhare at Umranala, Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh, India.
Career
Payal Dhare began her YouTube journey in 2019, creating gameplay videos for popular titles such as BGMI, PUBG, GTA V, and other multiplayer games. Her interactive streaming style and relatable personality helped her rapidly gain popularity.
Payal Dhare began her YouTube journey in 2019, creating gameplay videos for popular titles such as BGMI, PUBG, GTA V, and other multiplayer games. Her interactive streaming style and relatable personality helped her rapidly gain popularity. She is also associated with S8UL Esports, one of India’s leading gaming organisations, and regularly collaborates with prominent streamers while participating in major gaming events.
In 2024, Payal made headlines after winning an international honour at the MOBIES (Mobile Gaming Awards), becoming one of the first Indian female gamers to receive global recognition. Apart from gaming, she creates vlogs, reaction videos, and collaborations, expanding her audience beyond core gamers. Her strong presence on Instagram and other platforms has further established her as one of India’s most influential digital creators.
Recently, Payal was a part of a major social media controversy. An alleged intimate video, claimed by some users to feature the creator, has gone viral across platforms, triggering widespread discussion, speculation, and debate online. The video began circulating on social media platforms earlier this week and quickly started trending on X (formerly Twitter). It shows a woman in an intimate moment with a male companion. While several users have speculated that the woman in the clip is Payal Gaming, there has been no official confirmation regarding the identity of the person seen in the video.
Education
Payal Gaming completed her schooling at Maharishi Vidya Mandir in Chhindwara, where she excelled academically. Later, she moved to Bhilai to pursue a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) from Rungta College.
Family and Affairs
Payal prefers to keep her personal life private. However, she has been rumored to be close to fellow gamer Parv Singh, popularly known as ReGaLToS, a former professional PUBG/BGMI player.
Appearance
Payal has a very good height of 5’8 inches. She has black-coloured hairs and black coloured eyes.
Achievements
Payal has won several awards in the Indian gaming industry.
Fan Favourite Streamer of the Year – India Gaming Awards (2022)
Best Female Gaming Content Creator of the Year – GEM Awards (2022)
Female Gaming Influencer of the Year – Exhibit Magazine (2023)
Gaming Creator of the Year (Female) – Creators Unit 2.0 Awards (2024)
She was also among the elite gamers invited to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss the future of India’s gaming industry.
Money Factor
| Net Worth | ₹4.5 Crore |
| Salary / Income | N/A |
Trivia and Facts
- Payal Gaming’s hobbies are travelling and listening to music.
