Podcaster and entrepreneur Ranveer Allahbadia aka Beerbiceps in the major storm after his comments on comedian Samay Raina YouTube show
Ranveer Allahbadia Faces Backlash Over Controversial Remarks on 'India's Got Latent' latest news: Chandigarh, February 11, 2025 - Podcaster and entrepreneur Ranveer Allahbadia aka Beerbiceps is in the eye of a major storm after his comments on comedian Samay Raina's YouTube show 'India's Got Latent' went viral. The comments, which did not go well with netizens, have snowballed into a huge outcry, this time not only among internet users but politicians as well. They have sought action against what they termed 'abusive' remarks.
This backlash has led to an FIR being filed in Assam against Ranveer Allahbadia, along with fellow judges on the show, including YouTube star Ashish Chanchlani, comedian Jaspreet Singh, content creator Apoorva Makhija, popularly known as the Rebel Kid, the show host Samay Raina, and others. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma also took to social media to reveal that an FIR had been lodged against them "for promoting obscenity and engaging in sexually explicit and vulgar discussion" on the show.
A YouTube talent show hosted by comedian Samay Raina titled 'India's Got Latent' is witnessed by millions. The controversy sprang up following a highly objectionable question by Ranveer Allahbadia to a participant, which created a storm online and drew all-round criticism. The incident raises serious questions on the content promoted on popular platforms and the onus of such content creators.
In response to the backlash, Ranveer Allahbadia acknowledged his mistake and issued an apology through his social media on Monday. In his heartfelt apology, he said, "My comment was not just inappropriate; it was not even funny. Comedy is not my forte. I am just here to say sorry." His apology video has been viewed by thousands, and while some appreciated his willingness to apologize, others felt it was not enough.
The controversy has reached the Parliament, with the Standing Committee on Information Technology likely to issue a notice to Ranveer Allahbadia, seeking his appearance before the panel to address the issue. Members of Parliament, including Biju Janata Dal (BJD) MP Sasmit Patra and Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi, have expressed their intent to raise the issue in an upcoming meeting.
In line with the orders of the government, this episode has been removed from YouTube. The Mumbai Police have filed an inquiry about this matter and approached Ranveer Allahbadia and Samay Raina to further probe.
This controversy created a big wave of discussion about the balance between the right to freedom of speech and the necessity of responsible content creation. Its outcome will possibly have a strong impact on the regulation of online content and the degrees of accountability of influencers.
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