Ranveer Allahbadia faced massive criticism for making an inappropriate comment on a YouTube episode of India’s Got Latent. His remark offended many people, leading to widespread backlash and demands for accountability.
On Friday, Ranveer and Apoorva Mukhija appeared before the National Commission for Women (NCW). After being questioned for hours, they both submitted written apologies, as reported by PTI. The controversy sparked debates about responsible content creation.
According to PTI, Ranveer apologized to the NCW and promised to be more careful with his words in the future. He submitted a written apology and told the panel, "This was my first and last mistake. From now on, I will speak with more care and respect toward women."
NCW chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar said, "The commission will not tolerate inappropriate language. Such remarks are unacceptable." She confirmed that four people, Tushar Poojari, Saurabh Bothra, Apoorva Mukhija, and Ranveer Allahbadia appeared before the panel.
The controversy started when Ranveer made an offensive remark on a members-only episode of India’s Got Latent, hosted by Samay. He asked a contestant, "Would you rather watch your parents have sex every day for the rest of your life or join in once and stop it forever?" This statement led to widespread backlash, with many demanding stricter action against him.
Earlier, Ranveer posted an apology video on social media, admitting his mistake. He said, "I messed up. I shouldn’t have said what I did, and I’m sorry. It wasn’t just inappropriate, it wasn’t even funny. Comedy isn’t my strength, and I now understand how wrong my words were. Many people asked if this is how I want to use my platform, and the answer is no. I’m not making excuses. It was a lapse in judgment, and I regret it deeply."
The incident has sparked conversations about the responsibility of influencers, the impact of offensive humor, and the importance of maintaining respect while creating online content.
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