Thu Feb 13 09:05:11 UTC 2025: ## YouTuber BeerBiceps Faces Nationwide Backlash Over Offensive Joke

**MUMBAI, INDIA –** Popular Indian YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia, known as BeerBiceps, is facing widespread condemnation and legal action following a controversial joke made on comedian Samay Raina’s YouTube show, “India’s Got Latent.” The joke, which asked a contestant to choose between watching their parents have sex for life or joining them once to end it, sparked outrage across the country.

Following the public outcry, Allahbadia issued an apology, stating that “comedy is not my forte” and acknowledging a “lapse in judgment.” However, the apology hasn’t quelled the storm. A complaint was filed in Mumbai, leading to police visiting Allahbadia’s residence and the show’s filming studio. Assam Police also registered a separate FIR against him.

The controversy has extended beyond Mumbai. A parliamentary panel is considering summoning Allahbadia, while the Maharashtra Cyber Cell has filed a case against the show, involving 30-40 individuals. Several prominent figures, including Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman, have indirectly referenced the incident, highlighting the consequences of unchecked speech.

Actors Rajpal Yadav and Raza Murad criticized the joke, emphasizing the responsibility of artists and influencers. Filmmaker Ashoke Pandit condemned Allahbadia’s “filthy” humor, while Boney Kapoor stressed the importance of self-censorship and social responsibility. The National Commission for Women and the Uttar Pradesh Women’s Commission have also criticized the remarks and called for action.

In the aftermath, Raina removed all episodes of “India’s Got Latent” from his YouTube channel. Multiple police forces are investigating, with summons issued to several involved individuals, including other influencers like Ashish Chanchlani and Apoorva Makhija. Allahbadia’s social media following has also significantly decreased since the incident. The controversy continues to unfold with ongoing investigations and widespread debate on freedom of speech versus social responsibility in the digital age.

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