Police File Cases Against Guests and Hosts of ‘India’s Got Latent’

Mumbai: The controversy surrounding YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia has widened as the Maharashtra Cyber Cell has now filed a case against not just the 31-year-old influencer but also all individuals involved in Episodes 1 to 6 of the online show India’s Got Latent, including its guests.

Following a similar case registered by the Assam Police, Maharashtra authorities have taken action against nearly 40 people, sources revealed. Notices have started being sent to the individuals concerned, requiring them to record their statements as part of the investigation.

Growing Legal Trouble

The case stems from multiple police complaints filed against Allahbadia in Maharashtra, alleging that his comments on the show were crass and offensive. Among those criticizing the YouTuber is Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, who condemned the remarks.

“I have been informed about this, though I have not watched it yet. I came to know that it was very vulgar and this was wrong. Everyone has freedom of speech, but this freedom ends when we encroach upon others’ rights. If anyone crosses the line, action will be taken,” Mr. Fadnavis stated.

Today @GuwahatiPol has registered an FIR against against certain Youtubers and social Influencers, namely
1. Shri Ashish Chanchlani
2. Shri Jaspreet Singh
3. Shri Apoorva Makhija
4. Shri Ranveer Allahbadia
5. Shri Samay Raina and others
for promoting obscenity and engaging in…

— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) February 10, 2025

The Question That Sparked Outrage

The backlash began after Allahbadia, who boasts 4.5 million followers on Instagram and 1.05 crore subscribers on YouTube, asked a contestant a highly inappropriate question, allegedly copied from another show, OG Crew’s Truth or Drink. The question— “Would you rather watch your parents have sex every day for the rest of your life or join in once and stop it forever?”— shocked participants and viewers, triggering an uproar.

Allahbadia Issues Apology

Facing immense criticism, Allahbadia posted a video apology on X (formerly Twitter), acknowledging his mistake.

“I shouldn’t have said what I said on India’s Got Latent. I’m sorry… My comment wasn’t just inappropriate, it was not even funny. Comedy is not my forte. I am just here to say sorry,” he stated.

With legal proceedings now extending beyond him to include show guests and co-hosts, the controversy continues to grow. Authorities have confirmed that further action will be taken based on the statements recorded.