Samay, Ranveer, Ashish & others booked amid row over vulgar remarks
In recent times, the digital space has been plagued by the rise of social media influencers and content creators who have built their careers by promoting their opinions and views on various topics. While some have managed to make a name for themselves by creating engaging and informative content, others have resorted to making inappropriate and offensive remarks that have sparked controversy. The latest incident of this nature has unfolded in Assam, where a group of YouTubers has been booked by the police for making vulgar comments on an episode of their show, “India’s Got Latent”.
The FIR (First Information Report) was filed by the Kamrup district police against Samay Raina, Ranveer Allahbadia, Apoorva Mukhija, Ashish Chanchlani, and Jaspreet Singh, accusing them of promoting obscenity and engaging in sexually explicit and vulgar discussions on their show. The incident occurred when Ranveer Allahbadia made a joke about watching parents have sex, which sparked outrage among many viewers.
The FIR was filed based on a complaint by a local resident who was deeply disturbed by the content of the show. The complainant alleged that the contents of the show were “objectionable and grossly obscene” and that the accused were trying to “promote obscenity and indecency” by making such remarks.
The police have booked the accused under Section 292 (sale of obscene book, etc.) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and Section 67 of the Information Technology Act, 2000. The FIR also mentions that the show was aired on YouTube and other social media platforms, which makes it a case of cybercrime.
The incident has sparked a heated debate on social media, with many people expressing outrage and shock at the remarks made by the accused. While some have defended the accused, saying that they were just joking and that the show was meant to be humorous, others have condemned the remarks as inappropriate and offensive.
The controversy has also raised questions about the responsibility of social media influencers and content creators to ensure that their content is respectful and appropriate. Many have argued that the accused have crossed the line and that their remarks were unacceptable and offensive.
In response to the FIR, Ranveer Allahbadia took to social media to apologize for his remarks, saying that he had not meant to offend anyone and that his intention was to make people laugh. However, many people have criticized his apology, saying that it was too little, too late and that he should have been more mindful of the impact of his words.
The incident is a reminder that social media influencers and content creators have a responsibility to ensure that their content is respectful and appropriate. While they have the right to express their opinions and views, they must also be mindful of the impact of their words on their audience.
In conclusion, the FIR filed against Samay Raina, Ranveer Allahbadia, Apoorva Mukhija, Ashish Chanchlani, and Jaspreet Singh is a wake-up call for social media influencers and content creators to be more responsible and mindful of the impact of their words. While they have the right to express themselves, they must also ensure that their content is respectful and appropriate.
