Ranvir Shorey Defends Comedian Pranit More Amid 'Rs 370 Biryani' Controversy

In Delhi, actor Ranvir Shorey has publicly defended stand-up comedian Pranit More on Thursday, following a wave of public criticism directed at the comedian. More has faced backlash over a now-viral remark concerning "Rs 370 biryani" made during one of his stand-up comedy shows.

Weighing in on the broader debate surrounding comedy and public outrage, Shorey took to the social media platform X to share his views. The actor urged the public to stop taking offense at jokes and stand-up performances.

In his online post, Shorey wrote, "STOP OUTRAGING OVER COMEDY, INDIA! A SOCIETY THAT DISRESPECTS COMEDY AND COMEDIANS SLOWLY LOSES THE ABILITY TO INTROSPECT. JAI COMEDY!"

Although Shorey did not directly name Pranit More or explicitly mention the "Rs 370 biryani" controversy in his post, social media users widely interpreted his statement as a show of support for the comedian during the ongoing backlash.

The post initiated a discussion in the comments section regarding the limits of comedy. One user commented on the post, arguing that "there is a thin line between humour and passive aggression."

Shorey responded to the user's remark, criticizing the current culture of online backlash. He wrote that online outrage over jokes and comedy has become a platform for "attention seekers and seethers," noting that many of these individuals are anonymous.

The interaction has highlighted ongoing discussions about the freedom of comedy and expression in India, with Shorey warning that a society that disrespects comedy loses its ability to self-reflect.