By Rohit - February 13, 2025 06:54 PMThe fallout from Ranveer Allahbadia's controversial appearance on Samay Raina's roast show, "India's Got Latent," continues to escalate, with reports emerging that Indian cricket star Virat Kohli has unfollowed the YouTuber on Instagram. This comes amidst widespread outrage over Allahbadia's offensive remarks during the show, which have sparked a national debate about the boundaries of comedy and free speech.
Allahbadia, also known as 'BeerBiceps,' made a deeply inappropriate and sexually suggestive comment to a contestant on the show, prompting a wave of criticism across social media. The backlash has been swift and severe, with reports indicating that Allahbadia has lost thousands of followers and is facing legal action. An FIR has been filed against him, along with Raina, Apoorva Makhija, Ashish Chachlani, and the show's producers. The cyber police have issued notices to all involved, including past guests and judges.
Screenshots circulating online appear to show that Kohli, who previously posed for a photo with Allahbadia and his wife Anushka Sharma, has unfollowed the YouTuber on Instagram. While the exact reason for Kohli's action remains unconfirmed, many speculate that it is a direct response to the controversy.
Both Allahbadia and Raina have issued apologies for their involvement in the incident. Allahbadia described his comment as a "lapse in judgment" and admitted that comedy is not his "forte," while Raina stated that his only intention was to make people laugh and have a good time. Despite their apologies, the controversy shows no signs of abating.
The "India's Got Latent" YouTube channel has removed all of its episodes, seemingly in an attempt to distance itself from the controversy. However, the incident has ignited a broader discussion about the limits of humor and the responsibility of content creators. Many are questioning where the line should be drawn between creative expression and offensive content.
The controversy has also put a spotlight on the blurred lines of "roast culture" and the potential for humor to cross into harmful territory. The incident serves as a reminder of the power of social media to amplify voices and hold individuals accountable for their words and actions. As the legal proceedings unfold, the public will be closely watching to see how this case shapes the ongoing conversation about freedom of speech and acceptable standards of comedy.
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