Thu Feb 13 01:10:06 UTC 2025: ## Old COVID-19 Video of Ranveer Allahbadia Mistaken for Apology Amidst Stand-Up Controversy

**MUMBAI, INDIA** – A video of popular YouTuber and podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia (“BeerBiceps”) expressing guilt and using abusive language is circulating widely online, falsely linked to his recent controversy surrounding an obscene remark at a stand-up comedy show. The video, which shows Allahbadia visibly upset, was initially interpreted by many as a recent reaction to the backlash he’s facing. However, fact-checking by India Today reveals the clip is nearly four years old, dating back to April 7, 2021.

The video, originally titled “This Is NOT Clickbait – My Covid-19 Experience | Vlog 24,” shows Allahbadia detailing his positive COVID-19 diagnosis and the resulting disruption to his work. The viral segment, appearing roughly 30 seconds into the eight-minute vlog, shows him expressing guilt over the impact on his team. This section, taken out of context, is being circulated on social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube with claims it’s a recent response to the legal action against him following the stand-up incident.

Allahbadia, along with YouTuber Samay Raina and influencer Apoorva Makhija, is facing an FIR after his obscene remark at the “India’s Got Latent” show sparked public outrage. While the misattributed video is unrelated to this current controversy, Allahbadia has since released a separate video offering an apology for his actions at the stand-up event. India Today’s investigation underscores the importance of verifying online content before sharing it, especially in the context of developing news stories.

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