Lagatar24 Desk
New Delhi:The Supreme Court is set to hear YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia’s plea on Tuesday, seeking to club multiple FIRs filed against him across Maharashtra, Assam, and other states over his controversial remarks on the stand-up comedy show ‘India’s Got Latent’.
YouTuber Seeks Protection Amid Multiple FIRs
Allahbadia, widely known as ‘BeerBiceps Guy’, is currently facing police investigations, summons from the National Commission for Women (NCW), and possible questioning by a parliamentary panel. He has requested the Supreme Court to combine all FIRs for ease of representation and has sought anticipatory bail.
His plea for an urgent hearing was rejected last week by a bench led by Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna.
Allahbadia Skips Summons, Cites Death Threats
The YouTuber was scheduled to appear before the NCW on Monday but skipped the summons, claiming he was receiving death threats. He also avoided responding to Mumbai Police’s summons. He later said that threats and an alleged intrusion into his mother’s medical clinic had prevented him from traveling.
He has now been summoned again on March 6.
On Saturday, Allahbadia expressed his fear over the threats but insisted he would not back down. “I am watching death threats pour in… I am scared, but I have full faith in the Indian police and judicial system,” he said in a statement.
Mumbai & Guwahati Police Intensify Probe
The controversy erupted after Allahbadia’s remarks about parents and sex on the comedy show triggered massive online outrage. The show’s producers, hosts, and participants have also faced backlash and legal action.
At least two others linked to the show, host Samay Raina and participant Apoorva Makhija, have also received death threats.
Following complaints, Mumbai and Guwahati Police visited Allahbadia’s Mumbai residence last week, only to find it locked. His request to record a statement via video call was denied.
The Mumbai Cyber Department and Guwahati Police are conducting separate investigations, while Mumbai Police has already recorded statements from seven individuals, including fellow YouTuber Ashish Chanchalani and Apoorva Makhija.
Apology and Backlash
After widespread backlash, Allahbadia issued an apology, admitting a lapse in judgment. “My comment wasn’t just inappropriate… it wasn’t even funny. Comedy is not my forte, and I sincerely apologize,” he said.
He reiterated his regret on Saturday, stating, “My remark about parents was insensitive and disrespectful. I am genuinely sorry.”
The Supreme Court’s decision on whether to club the FIRs and grant anticipatory bail will be closely watched.
