Ranveer Allahbadia posed a very controversial question recently at a show. While official complaints have been filed, people have also been trolling the YouTuber, questioning his choice of words and the questions.
Harsha Richhariya: Ranveer’s statement under India’s got Latent was extremely shameful and disgusting. It clearly shows that the image he had built on his podcast until now was completely one-sided and fake. His real personality came out in India Layton, and through just one statement, he revealed a lot about his upbringing, the values he was taught, and what his parents must have gone through at home. Shows like these, which promote vulgarity in the name of stand-up comedy, should be banned immediately. Social media is used by everyone today—people of all genders, from children to adults. Because of such individuals, society is being negatively impacted in the worst way possible. This is affecting people’s mindsets and raising unnecessary questions and discussions.Therefore, banning such shows is extremely necessary.
Nehal Vadoliya: I do not support such behaviour, neither in public nor even in private conversations with friends. First of all, I do not support foul language, hurtful words, or disrespect in any way. So, of course, this is the worst thing, and I completely disagree with it. People these days speak without thinking. As for the podcast—podcasts are about discussing the guest and their life, not about the host. So, how a host behaves in real life is completely different from what happens on the podcast.
Hansa Singh: Ranveer Allahabadia became famous and highly respected, especially after being awarded by our Honourable Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, with the Best Creator Award. This is a huge achievement, and with such recognition comes great responsibility. He has hosted many renowned personalities on his show, gaining name, fame, and success. But it seems like his luck has now taken a turn. The planet Rahu, known for giving and taking away everything in a moment, might be affecting him now. His prestige and honor are under question—Vinashkaal Vipreet Buddhi (when destruction is near, judgment fails). Coming to the context—this particular podcast seems somewhat X-rated based on its content. As per the host, it was meant for a selected audience through subscriptions. However, it went viral, likely because even the subscribers disapproved of it. That’s why it spread so widely. Clearly, the content was low-class and inappropriate—what we call hitting below the belt. I haven’t watched it, but from what’s being reported, it sounds extremely crude and should never have been spoken about publicly. It reflects a person’s mindset, and unfortunately, our society has a very problematic attitude when it comes to topics like sex and intimacy. Even if some argue about freedom of speech and democracy, this kind of content cannot be justified.It remains to be seen whether Ranveer’s popularity will rise or fall after this. Given the society we live in, my personal opinion is that there should be a punishment. A simple apology is not enough.
Namita Lal: It’s so controversial, and there are so many sides to the matter. However, as far as the comments are concerned, I did find them going a bit too far. I sometimes feel that these things escalate really, really quickly, especially in how they affect teenagers and children. It’s just not nice. I don’t know how we can control it. It’s not just about this country or any other specific country—it’s about the way social media and podcasts are evolving and their widespread availability to a much younger generation. I think we all need to exercise self-control and adhere to certain norms of behaviour. If there’s anything I would say, it’s that humanity should be our guiding principle. People should listen to their good senses and their hearts and consider the impact they’re having on others. If the effect isn’t positive, then don’t do it. It’s just not right.
Hritik Yadav : I’ve watched a few episodes of India’s Got Latent, but this was just too much. Ranveer’s question was not funny at all—it was disturbing and completely unnecessary. There is a big difference between being funny and being disrespectful, and this crossed that line. In our culture, discussing such topics so casually is neither normal nor acceptable. However, dragging someone’s parents into it crossed the line completely and felt unnecessary. I believe humor is great in any form—dark, light, or comic—as long as it stays genuinely funny. It’s acceptable until it crosses the line and offends or disrespects someone. It’s disappointing because he is usually known for deep and meaningful conversations. If this is where content is heading, then we seriously need to think about what we are encouraging.
