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Haryana man behind ‘Rs 370 biryani’ joke tells ex-manager he did it for ‘entertainment’

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Haryana man behind ‘Rs 370 biryani’ joke tells ex-manager he did it for ‘entertainment’
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A 22-year-old Haryana man, Himanshu Jangra, is facing severe online backlash, job loss, and legal issues after his comments during a stand-up comedy show went viral and were accused of misogyny. He expressed regret to his former employer, claiming his remarks were improvised for entertainment and did not reflect his true beliefs.

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This incident highlights the rapid and severe consequences individuals can face due to online backlash over controversial statements, especially in the context of social media virality and cancel culture. It also touches on the fine line between comedy and offensive content.

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‘Atmosphere hi aisa tha’: Haryana man behind ‘Rs 370 biryani’ joke tells ex-manager he did it for ‘entertainment’ | Gurgaon News - The Times of India

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