Mumbai
YouTube has taken down the controversial episode of ‘India’s Got Latent’, featuring Samay Raina, Ranveer Allahbadia, Apoorva Mukhija, and Ashish Chanchlani, after it sparked outrage for inappropriate remarks. The episode, which was originally available to paid members, went viral, drawing severe criticism for its insensitive content.
What Happened?
The controversy erupted after Ranveer Allahbadia made an inappropriate remark about parents, which many social media users found offensive. His comment quickly spread online, leading to widespread criticism, multiple complaints, and an FIR against Ranveer, Samay, Apoorva, and the show’s makers.
As per reports, the problematic segment was initially edited out, and Ranveer issued a public apology on social media. He also requested the show’s creators to remove the episode. However, following growing pressure, YouTube has now taken down the entire episode in India.
Government Steps In
Kanchan Gupta, Senior Advisor at the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, confirmed that the episode had been blocked on government orders. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), he stated:
“The ‘India’s Got Latent’ episode on YouTube with obscene and perverse comments by Ranveer Allahbadia has been blocked following Government of India orders.”
FIR and Growing Demands for Action
- An FIR was filed against Ranveer and others involved in the show.
- Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis weighed in, stating that freedom of expression has its limits.
- The All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) has demanded strict action against the creators and an immediate ban on the show.
Ranveer’s Apology Fails to Calm Backlash
In response to the controversy, Ranveer posted a public apology, expressing regret over his remarks. However, criticism continues to mount, with many social media users calling for stricter action against him and the show.
What’s Next?
With legal action underway and industry bodies demanding stricter regulations, it remains to be seen how this controversy unfolds. Will this incident lead to tighter content guidelines on digital platforms, or will it fade away like many other internet scandals? The debate over free speech vs. responsible content creation continues.
