The Supreme Court of India has directed popular podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia, known as BeerBiceps, to suspend all his shows following charges of obscenity related to remarks made during an online comedy program. While granting interim protection from arrest, the Court has barred Allahbadia and his associates from airing any new content until further notice.
The ruling comes amid widespread backlash against Allahbadia’s comments during his appearance on comedian Samay Raina’s show, India’s Got Latent. The remarks sparked public outrage and led to multiple FIRs filed in Maharashtra and Assam.
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Supreme Court’s Criticism & Legal Directives
During the hearing, the Supreme Court strongly condemned Allahbadia’s statements, calling them “highly irresponsible and indicative of a perverted mind.” The bench, comprising Justices Surya Kant and N. Kotiswar Singh, emphasized the negative societal impact of such content and urged content creators to be mindful of public sensibilities.
As part of its directives, the Court ordered:
- Ranveer Allahbadia must deposit his passport at Thane police station
- He cannot leave India without prior permission
- He must refrain from airing any new shows until further orders
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Public & Industry Reaction
The ruling has sparked polarizing reactions on social media and within the entertainment industry:
✅ Supporters of the ruling argue that content creators should be held accountable for inappropriate remarks.
❌ Critics claim the ruling sets a dangerous precedent for freedom of speech in digital media.
Comedian Vir Das defended Allahbadia, stating that mainstream media unfairly targets independent content creators. Meanwhile, Bollywood actor Raza Murad expressed concern over declining content standards, urging creators to exercise responsibility in public forums.
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Ranveer Allahbadia’s Apology & Next Steps
Following the legal action and social media backlash, Allahbadia issued a public apology, admitting that his comments were inappropriate and distasteful. He confirmed that the controversial segment has been removed from all platforms and assured followers that he would exercise better judgment in future content.
Despite the apology, the legal battle is far from over. The Supreme Court’s next hearing will determine whether the ban on his content will be extended or lifted.