The Mumbai Police have filed a First Information Report (FIR) against popular YouTuber and podcaster Ranveer Allahabadia, widely known as BeerBiceps, following a complaint related to content aired on his podcast channel. The case, registered at a suburban Mumbai police station, has sparked debates about legal accountability for digital creators in India.
What’s the Allegation?
While specific details remain under investigation, sources indicate the complaint revolves around alleged inflammatory remarks made by a guest during an episode of The Ranveer Show, Allahabadia’s flagship podcast. The guest, whose identity is undisclosed, reportedly made comments that a section of viewers deemed offensive to a religious community. The FIR invokes:
Section 295A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC):
- Deliberate acts intended to outrage religious sentiments.
Section 505(2) (IPC):
- Statements creating/enhancing enmity between groups.
IT Act provisions:
- Potential scrutiny under cyber laws for hosting objectionable content.
Public Response
Fans have flooded social media with #IStandWithBeerBiceps, arguing hosts cannot police guests’ every word. Critics, however, demand stricter content moderation. Religious groups involved in the complaint urge “respect for communal harmony.”
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