The Supreme Court of India has granted interim protection from arrest to YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia, known as BeerBiceps, following multiple FIRs filed against him for obscene remarks made during his appearance on the online comedy show “India’s Got Latent.” Despite this relief, the Court strongly criticized Allahbadia’s comments, with Justice Surya Kant stating, “The words you have used will make daughters, sisters, parents, and even the society feel ashamed. It shows a perverted mind.”
Allahbadia’s controversial remarks about parental intimacy led to widespread public outrage and legal actions in Maharashtra and Assam. In response to receiving death threats and facing multiple complaints, he petitioned the Supreme Court to consolidate the FIRs and sought protection from arrest. The Court granted interim relief but imposed conditions, including the surrender of his passport to Thane Police Station and a prohibition on leaving the country without prior permission. Additionally, the Court directed that no further FIRs be registered against him based on the aired episode and allowed him to approach local police for security if needed.
The controversy has also attracted the attention of the National Commission for Women (NCW), which has summoned Allahbadia and other content creators involved in the episode for a hearing on February 17. The NCW expressed that the remarks violated the dignity and respect owed to individuals in society.
In light of the backlash, Allahbadia issued a public apology, acknowledging that his comments were inappropriate and lacked humor. He stated, “My comment wasn’t just inappropriate; it wasn’t even funny. Comedy is not my forte; I am just here to say sorry.”
This incident has ignited a broader debate on the responsibilities of digital content creators and the ethical boundaries of online content in India.
