Indian content creator and YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia, popularly known as BeerBiceps, is now facing formal prosecution after the Maharashtra Cyber Police concluded their investigation into a viral video that sparked widespread outrage earlier this year. The police confirmed on April 16, 2025, that Allahbadia and other participants in the YouTube show India’s Got Latent, including comedian Samay Raina and YouTubers Ashish Chanchlani, Apoorva Makhija, and Jaspreet Singh, have been found guilty of obscenity under Indian laws.

This marks a significant step towards the filing of the first chargesheet in the case, stemming from a vulgar remark made by Allahbadia involving a contestant’s parents. The clip, which was deleted soon after, went viral in February 2025, triggering public outrage and multiple police complaints across India.

 

Legal Fallout and Court Intervention

The controversy reached the Supreme Court of India, which granted Allahbadia interim protection from arrest but did not provide relief on broader legal grounds. In strong remarks, the court criticized his actions as reflecting a “perverted mind” and seized his passport, barring him from leaving the country while he fully cooperates with the investigation.

On April 15, Allahbadia appeared before the Maharashtra Cyber Cell in Mumbai for his statement, marking his first in-person appearance after missing a previous summons.

 

Public Apology and Content Takedown

Following the backlash, Allahbadia posted a public apology on social media, admitting his comment was in poor taste and urging viewers not to threaten him or his family. All episodes of India’s Got Latent were subsequently removed from YouTube by host Samay Raina.

 

Digital Accountability Debate

This incident has reignited discussions around the regulation of online content and the accountability of digital creators. While platforms have traditionally operated with minimal oversight, this case signals a shift towards stricter scrutiny of influencer content, especially when it veers into obscenity or inappropriate humor.

Lawmakers have indicated a need for tighter policies to monitor digital shows and podcasts, with calls for clearer guidelines on what constitutes obscenity in the influencer space.

 

What's Next?

The case will continue in court with the next hearing scheduled for April 21, 2025. Once the chargesheet is filed, formal legal proceedings are expected to begin.

For now, Ranveer Allahbadia remains barred from international travel and faces significant legal and reputational challenges as one of India's most recognizable digital creators.

 

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