The controversy surrounding Ranveer Allahbadia, also known as BeerBiceps, stems from his remarks on Samay Raina's YouTube show 'India's Got Latent', which has since been removed. Here's a breakdown of the situation:
- Controversial Comments: Allahbadia made comments about parents and sex on the show that many found vulgar and obscene. One remark involved asking a contestant if they would rather watch their parents have sex every day or join in once to stop it forever.
- Legal Repercussions:
- An FIR has been filed against Ranveer Allahbadia, Samay Raina, Apoorva Makhija, and Ashish Chanchlani, along with the show's producers.
- Police investigations are underway in both Mumbai and Assam, with summons issued to those involved.
- Allahbadia's request for an urgent hearing in the Supreme Court to consolidate multiple FIRs was declined. The court said the matter would be heard in two to three days.
- The Maharashtra Cyber Department has summoned at least 50 individuals connected to the show.
- Investigation and Attempts to Contact Allahbadia:
- Mumbai Police searched Allahbadia's Versova residence, but the flat was locked. They were unable to contact him as his phone was switched off.
- Allahbadia failed to appear at the Khar police station after being summoned, requesting instead to have his statement recorded at his residence, which the police denied.
- Fallout and Reactions:
- Samay Raina has apologised and deleted all episodes of 'India's Got Latent' from YouTube.
- The Karni Sena had Apoorva Mukhija's event in Udaipur cancelled and warned her not to enter Mewar.
- Actress Urvashi Rautela backed out of Ranveer Allahbadia's podcast and unfollowed him on social media.
- Virat Kohli and Yuvraj Singh reportedly unfollowed Ranveer Allahbadia on Instagram.
- Munawar Faruqui mocked Allahbadia in a video on social media.
- Statements and Responses:
- Ranveer Allahbadia has apologised for his comments, calling it a lapse in judgement.
- Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis stated that free speech should not violate social norms and assured action against breaches of decency.
- Former WWE wrestler Saurav Gurjar threatened Allahbadia over his remarks.
- Pankaj Tripathi spoke about the importance of understanding societal values and cultural context, noting that influence carries a significant responsibility.
- An old video of Priyanka Chopra schooling Ranveer Allahbadia about the importance of family resurfaced.
- Legal Representation: Abhinav Chandrachud, son of former CJI D.Y. Chandrachud, is representing Ranveer Allahbadia in the Supreme Court.
The Maharashtra government has ordered an inquiry into the controversy, with the cultural department investigating the show for vulgar content and lack of proper permissions.
