YouTuber and content creator Ranveer Allahbadia, known for his ‘BeerBiceps’ channel, has been summoned by the Maharashtra Cyber Cell to appear on February 24, 2025. This summons is part of an ongoing investigation into controversial remarks made during an episode of the YouTube show “India’s Got Latent,” hosted by comedian Samay Raina. The episode featured Allahbadia alongside other content creators, including Ashish Chanchlani, Jaspreet Singh, and Apoorva Makhija. A particular comment by Allahbadia sparked significant public outrage, leading to legal actions and widespread discussions about the content’s appropriateness.
The controversy escalated when a clip from the episode went viral, prompting the National Commission for Women (NCW) to take notice. The NCW issued summons to Allahbadia, Raina, Chanchlani, and others, scheduling a hearing on February 17, 2025. In response to the backlash, Samay Raina announced the removal of all “India’s Got Latent” videos from his channel, expressing that the situation had become overwhelming. He stated, “Everything that is happening has been too much for me to handle.”
The Maharashtra Cyber Department has intensified its investigation, summoning over 40 individuals connected to the show. Despite being summoned by the Khar police in Mumbai on February 14, Allahbadia failed to appear. Authorities reported that attempts to contact him were unsuccessful, as his residence was found locked and his phone switched off. In light of these developments, the Cyber Cell has issued a fresh summons, mandating Allahbadia to record his statement on February 24.
The Assam Police have also become involved, registering a case against Allahbadia and four others. A team from Assam visited Mumbai, meeting with officials from both the Maharashtra Cyber Cell and the Khar police station to coordinate the investigation.
In a public statement, Allahbadia apologized for his remarks, acknowledging them as “insensitive and disrespectful.” He expressed fear for his and his family’s safety, citing death threats and incidents where individuals posed as patients at his mother’s clinic. He conveyed his willingness to cooperate with authorities, stating, “I will follow due process and be available to all agencies.”
The “India’s Got Latent” controversy has ignited debates about the boundaries of humor and content creation on digital platforms. As the investigation progresses, it underscores the responsibilities of content creators and the potential legal implications of their work.
