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Biryani Joke Sparks Consent Outrage
10 Jun
Summary
- Comedian Pranit More awarded Rs 5,000 for a biryani consent joke.
- Mumbai Police used a creative Rs 370 biryani graphic to address consent.
- The incident led to widespread backlash and a comedian's apology.
Comedian Pranit More has drawn significant criticism following a live stand-up show where he endorsed a joke about consent. The joke involved a man suggesting he expected physical intimacy after spending Rs 370 on chicken biryani, a remark More supported by awarding the man Rs 5,000. This incident quickly ignited a firestorm on social media, with both the comedian and the audience member facing severe backlash.
In response to the controversy, the Mumbai Police posted a creative graphic on social media. The image depicted Rs 370 with the zero replaced by a bowl of biryani, stating, 'Rs 370 gets you one plate of biryani. Our lock-up serves free meals with a longer stay.' This post, accompanied by the hashtag '#BiryaniIsNotConsent,' garnered widespread support for its clear message on consent.
Following the public outcry, More issued an apology, acknowledging his lapse in judgment and stating the audience member's comments did not reflect his views. He expressed regret for not challenging the remark instead of laughing. Subsequently, he deactivated his Instagram account, where the controversial clip had been promoted.
