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Comedian Pranit More Faces Backlash Over Viral Clip
13 Jun
Summary
- Audience member's date remarks sparked outrage online.
- Comedian and audience member issued apologies later.
- NCW summoned individuals after a longer, disturbing clip emerged.
Controversy erupted around comedian Pranit More after a clip from his Gurugram stand-up show went viral on May 31, 2026. The clip featured audience member Himanshu Jangra suggesting a transactional expectation of intimacy after paying ₹370 for a date. Online criticism grew, questioning why the remarks weren't challenged.
On June 2, 2026, More apologized for his lapse in judgment, stating the comments didn't reflect his views and that he'd removed the clip. Jangra also apologized for his insensitive remarks. However, the situation escalated on June 8, 2026, when Jangra's employer, Starvik Design, terminated his employment.
Further complicating matters, a longer video emerged on June 10/11, 2026, revealing more graphic details of Jangra's interaction. This led to fresh criticism and a wider debate on accountability. Subsequently, the National Commission for Women (NCW) summoned More and Jangra on June 11, 2026, citing concerns about glorifying sexual coercion. Maharashtra Cyber also registered a case against them and others for circulating objectionable content.
