Comedian Pranit More apologises over ‘₹370 Biryani’ remark
Stand-up comedian Pranit More has issued a public apology following backlash over a viral crowdwork clip from his Gurugram show that allegedly glorified non-consensual conduct. The National Commission for Women has taken suo motu cognisance of the incident and summoned both the comedian and the audience member involved for questioning.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the growing legal and social scrutiny surrounding stand-up comedy content, particularly regarding the boundaries of crowdwork and the accountability of performers for audience interactions.
Stand-up comedian Pranit More posted an apology video in his Instagram account, stating that he got ‘carried away’ over an audience’s ‘₹370 biryani’ remark at his show in Gurugram. The video posted on Saturday (June 13, 2026) comes amid heavy backlash.
The article reports on the apology and the subsequent legal/regulatory actions taken by authorities without using loaded language or taking a stance on the comedian's guilt.
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