Trouble Mounts For Ranveer Allahbadia And Team, NCW Summons Him and Show Makers Over ‘Offensive’ Remarks

Ranveer Allahabadia Controversy: YouTuber Ranveer Allahabadia, comedian Samay Raina, and others associated with India's Got Latent show have been summoned by the National Commission for Women (NCW) on February 17. The summons come in response to alleged racist and derogatory remarks made during an episode of the show.

The NCW has expressed strong concerns over the comments, stating that they violate the dignity and respect owed to individuals, particularly in a society that upholds equality and mutual respect.

In addition to Allahabadia and Raina, the NCW has also summoned social media influencer Apoorva Makhija, comedian Jaspreet Singh, YouTuber Ashish Chanchlani, producers of the show, Tushar Poojari and Saurabh Bothra. 

Maharashtra Govt In Action Mode 

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis also stated that while freedom of speech is a right, it should not encroach upon others' freedom. "If anyone crosses the line, action will be taken," he said.

In response to the controversy, police complaints have been filed against Allahabadia, Raina, Makhija, and others in Mumbai and Guwahati. Allahabadia, facing backlash over his remarks, posted a video message apologizing for his "lapse in judgment." He admitted, "My comment wasn't just inappropriate... it was not even funny. Comedy is not my forte, I am just here to say sorry."

Will Allahbadia Be Summoned by A Parliamentary Panel Too? 

Shiv Sena MP Priyanka Chaturvedi member of the Standing Committee of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting had also announced that she would raise the issue in the House. 

Chaturvedi condemned the remarks, stating, "Any abusive language in the name of comedy content crosses limits. It’s not acceptable... You get a platform, but that doesn't mean you utter anything..."