Former WWE wrestler Saurav Gurjar, also known as Sanga, has strongly criticized podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia over his controversial remarks on the now-deleted YouTube show India’s Got Latent. In a video posted on X, Gurjar expressed that Allahbadia should not be forgiven for his statements and called for legal measures against him.
Gurjar's Statement on the Matter
Condemning Allahbadia's remarks, Gurjar emphasized the need for action to prevent similar incidents in the future.
“Whatever he did on the show, he cannot be forgiven for that. If we do not take action against him for his behavior, then more people like him will say similar things. People like him have crossed all the limits. We should take legal action against people like him who are spoiling our society and religion by saying such things so that the next generation can be saved. Freedom of speech doesn't mean that you can say anything…” Gurjar said in the video.
He further added, “I don't want to use foul language. But if I meet him anywhere in Mumbai… no one, including his security, can save him from me for what he said on the show.”
Ranveer Allahbadia and ‘India’s Got Latent’ Controversy
Allahbadia, widely recognized for his BeerBiceps YouTube channel, faced backlash over his comments on India’s Got Latent, a show hosted by comedian Samay Raina. His statements about parents and sex triggered outrage, leading to legal action.
Two FIRs have been registered against Allahbadia and Raina—one in Assam and another in Mumbai. In Guwahati, a resident filed a complaint citing the alleged promotion of obscenity in a publicly accessible online show.
Besides Allahbadia and Raina, Ashish Chanchlani, Jaspreet Singh, and Apoorva Makhija have also been named in the Assam case.
Public Apology and Removal of Videos
Following the backlash, Allahbadia issued a public apology, admitting a lapse in judgment while making the joke. Comedian Samay Raina, the show's host, also responded by deleting all episodes of India’s Got Latent from his YouTube channel.
Raina shared his thoughts on the controversy, stating, “Everything that is happening has been too much for me to handle. I have removed all India's Got Latent videos from my channel. My only objective was to make people laugh and have a good time. I will fully cooperate with all agencies to ensure their inquiries are concluded fairly. Thank you.”
Authorities Continue Investigation
Meanwhile, police officials visited Allahbadia’s residence in Mumbai, only to find it locked. The case continues to attract significant public and legal attention, with growing calls for regulatory action on online content.
The controversy has also prompted discussions at a parliamentary level, with a panel asking the ministry to suggest amendments to laws regarding digital content and public discourse.