Samay, Ranveer, Ashish & others booked amid row over vulgar remarks
In a shocking turn of events, a police case has been filed in Assam against a group of popular YouTubers, including Samay Raina, Ranveer Allahbadia, Apoorva Mukhija, Ashish Chanchlani, and Jaspreet Singh, over an episode of their show ‘India’s Got Latent’. The FIR accuses them of “promoting obscenity and engaging in sexually explicit and vulgar discussion”, sparking a heated row.
The controversy began when Ranveer Allahbadia, a popular YouTuber with over 3.5 million followers, made a joke about watching parents have sex during an episode of ‘India’s Got Latent’, a show that features various challenges and games. The joke was met with widespread outrage, with many viewers taking to social media to express their disgust and shock.
The FIR, filed by the Kamrup (Metro) Police Station in Assam, alleges that the YouTubers “intentionally and deliberately” promoted obscenity and engaged in “sexually explicit and vulgar discussion” during the episode. The police have booked the five YouTubers under sections 294 (obscene acts) and 153A (promoting enmity between different groups) of the Indian Penal Code.
The controversy has sparked a heated debate about the limits of free speech and the responsibility of content creators to ensure that their content is appropriate for all audiences. Many have taken to social media to express their support for the YouTubers, arguing that the joke was taken out of context and that the show is meant to be a lighthearted and humorous program.
However, others have condemned the YouTubers’ behavior, arguing that making light of such a sensitive topic is inappropriate and disrespectful to families and children. Many have called for the YouTubers to be held accountable for their actions and for the show to be taken off the air.
The debate has also raised questions about the regulation of social media and the role of content creators in promoting positive and respectful content. As the popularity of social media continues to grow, it is essential that content creators are held accountable for the content they produce and that they take steps to ensure that it is appropriate and respectful to all audiences.
In response to the controversy, Ranveer Allahbadia has issued an apology, stating that he did not intend to offend anyone and that the joke was meant to be a lighthearted and humorous moment. However, many have criticized his apology, arguing that it is insufficient and that he should take greater responsibility for his actions.
The controversy has also raised questions about the role of parents and guardians in monitoring the content their children are exposed to online. As social media continues to play a larger role in the lives of young people, it is essential that parents and guardians take steps to ensure that their children are protected from inappropriate and offensive content.
In conclusion, the controversy surrounding ‘India’s Got Latent’ and the YouTubers involved is a complex and sensitive issue. While some argue that the joke was taken out of context and that the show is meant to be a lighthearted and humorous program, others believe that the YouTubers’ behavior was inappropriate and disrespectful. As social media continues to play a larger role in our lives, it is essential that we take steps to promote positive and respectful content and to hold content creators accountable for their actions.
