Gurugram Police have registered a case against stand-up comedians Pranit More and Himanshu Jangra under the Information Technology (IT) Act and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) in connection with a controversial viral video titled '370 Biryani'. The development comes just days after Jangra issued a public response addressing the crowd-work video filmed during one of More's performances.
Details of the Case
According to police officials, the case was filed following a complaint that alleged the video contained offensive and inflammatory content. The '370 Biryani' video, which gained widespread attention on social media, reportedly made references that were deemed objectionable by certain groups. The police have invoked relevant sections of the IT Act pertaining to electronic communication and the BNS for alleged offenses.
Background of the Controversy
The controversy erupted when a clip from More's stand-up show went viral, showing him engaging in crowd work that led to the '370 Biryani' remark. Himanshu Jangra, who was also part of the performance, later released a statement clarifying his stance. However, the police action indicates that the matter has escalated legally.
Both comedians have yet to comment on the FIR. Legal experts suggest that the case could test the boundaries of free speech in comedy, especially in the context of sensitive political or regional topics. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have not ruled out further action.
