Gurugram Police Book Comedians Pranit More and Himanshu Jangra Over Viral Video
Gurugram Police have registered a case against comedians Pranit More and Himanshu Jangra following a complaint from the National Commission for Women. The FIR pertains to a viral video alleged to violate the dignity of women, with investigations currently underway.
Highlights
- •Gurugram Police filed an FIR against Pranit More and Himanshu Jangra under the IT Act and BNS.
- •The legal action follows a complaint from the National Commission for Women regarding a viral video.
- •Both performers have issued public apologies, citing lapses in judgment and improvised content.
- •Maharashtra Cyber is also investigating the case involving the creators and Sejal Pawar.
The Gurugram Police have officially initiated legal proceedings against comedian Pranit More and Himanshu Jangra following a significant controversy involving a viral social media video, widely referred to as the 370 Biryani incident. This regulatory action was triggered by a formal complaint from the National Commission for Women (NCW) and follows an independent review by law enforcement authorities regarding the content's impact on female dignity and public respect.
The First Information Report (FIR) has been registered at the DLF Phase-2 Police Station. The charges levied against the individuals include violations under Section 67 of the Information Technology Act, alongside several sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), specifically sections 294, 353(3), 75(2), and 75(3). In response, the police have issued formal notices to both Pranit More and Himanshu Jangra, mandating their participation in the ongoing investigation.
Legal Action Over Viral Content
Furthermore, authorities have issued formal requests to various social media platforms, directing them to remove the controversial video to prevent any further dissemination. The investigative process is being managed under the direct supervision of the Commissioner of Police in Gurugram. Law enforcement officials have emphasized that there will be a zero-tolerance policy toward activities that undermine the honor of women.
This development follows earlier public statements made by Himanshu Jangra on June 14, where he addressed the controversy surrounding his crowd-work participation during a stand-up performance. He acknowledged that certain parts of his narrative were improvisations intended for entertainment rather than factual accounts. He expressed profound regret for his choice of language and offered an apology, stating that he lacked any malicious intent toward the subjects of his remarks.
The fallout has been substantial, with Himanshu Jangra reporting that he has faced intense online trolling and suffered professional consequences, including the loss of his employment. Pranit More also issued a public apology on June 13, admitting that his actions constituted a lapse in judgment. He conceded that he allowed the situation to escalate by providing a platform for derogatory remarks during his show, noting that he felt the public criticism was warranted.
Wider Investigations Continue
The legal scrutiny is not limited to Gurugram alone. A separate case has been registered by Maharashtra Cyber, which is currently examining the circulation of this objectionable content. That investigation involves Pranit More, Himanshu Jangra, and an MBBS student identified as Sejal Pawar. Similar legal provisions under the Information Technology Act and the BNS are being applied in that jurisdiction as authorities continue to monitor the distribution of the clip across digital platforms.
