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Maharashtra Cyber Police Act Against Comedian Over Controversial Remarks

Maharashtra Cyber Police Act Against Comedian Over Controversial Remarks

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ThreatCluster •June 13, 2026 at 19:51 UTC
  • •Maharashtra Cyber Police filed a case against comedian Pranit More and others for objectionable content.
  • •The controversy arose from remarks trivializing consent and women's dignity during a comedy show.
  • •Both More and Jangra apologized publicly, with Jangra deactivating his Instagram account.

Maharashtra Cyber Police filed a case against comedian Pranit More and web developer Himanshu Jangra for disseminating objectionable content during a comedy show in Gurugram. The remarks made by Jangra suggested an entitlement to intimacy based on money spent on a date, which sparked outrage online. The police registered the case under sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Information Technology Act after a preliminary investigation into viral video clips. Both More and Jangra issued apologies following social media backlash, and Jangra deactivated his Instagram account. The National Commission for Women has also intervened, demanding a report from local authorities. Maharashtra Cyber has warned content creators to adhere to legal standards to avoid similar repercussions.

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2026-06-11
Controversial remarks made during comedy show
Himanshu Jangra suggested intimacy was owed after spending money on a date, leading to public outrage.
News18
2026-06-12
Maharashtra Cyber Police file FIR
FIRs were filed against More, Jangra, and Dr Sejal Pawar for obscene remarks under the IT Act.
Telegraphindia
2026-06-12
National Commission for Women intervenes
The NCW summoned More and Jangra, demanding a report from Haryana's DGP within a week.
Telegraphindia
2026-06-13
Police issue advisories to content creators
Maharashtra Cyber warned digital influencers to comply with legal standards to avoid legal action.
Thecurrent.Pk

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