Case Registered Against Comedian in 'Rs 370 Biryani' Row

Maharashtra police have registered a case against stand-up comedian Pranit More and others in connection with the 'Rs 370 Biryani' controversy. The case was filed for allegedly creating objectionable content online.

11 Jun, 14:57 — 11 Jun, 16:11

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Why this matters

This case highlights the increasing scrutiny and legal action against online content, particularly in the realm of stand-up comedy and social media. It raises questions about freedom of speech, public decency standards, and the responsibilities of content creators in the digital age.

Key entitiesPranit More Maharashtra Cyber Cell Himanshu Jangra

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What sources agree on

A case has been registered against stand-up comedian Pranit More.
The case was registered by Maharashtra Cyber police.
The case is related to the 'Rs 370 Biryani' row.
The allegations involve objectionable content online.

Key claims2 agreed · 2 unverified

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A case has been registered against stand-up comedian Pranit More.

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The case was registered by Maharashtra Cyber Cell/police.

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The videos contained offensive remarks concerning women, consent, and deceased persons.

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Himanshu Jangra is also named in the registered case.

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Specific details about the offensive remarks, including mentions of women, consent, and deceased persons

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The involvement of Himanshu Jangra in the registered case

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The origin of the controversial content as an audience member's date story shared during More's show

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual59d ago

Rs 370 Biryani remark: Maharashtra police books comedian More and Jangra; summons Sejal Pawar

Maharashtra Cyber police have filed a case against comedian Pranit More, web developer Himanshu Jangra, and others for allegedly circulating obscene content. The controversy stems from remarks made during a comedy show that allegedly glorified coercion and trivialized consent, with further offensive comments made about medical cadavers. Summons have been issued for questioning.

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ndtvMostly Factual59d ago

Case Registered Against Comedian, Man Behind Rs 370 Ki Biryani' Row

The videos contained offensive remarks concerning women, consent, and deceased persons that violate public decency, he said.

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Coverage Timeline

First report: hindustan-times · 11 Jun, 13:27|Full coverage: 4 · 3h|Window: 3h

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hindustan-times11 Jun, 13:27First to report

Maharashtra Cyber police register case against stand-up comedian Pranit More over ' ₹370 biryani' remark

1h later

indian-express11 Jun, 14:53

Rs 370 biryani row: Maharashtra police register case against Pranit More, Himanshu Jangra

ndtv11 Jun, 14:57

Case Registered Against Comedian, Man Behind Rs 370 Ki Biryani' Row

1h later

Times of India11 Jun, 16:11Latest update

Rs 370 Biryani remark: Maharashtra police books comedian More and Jangra; summons Sejal Pawar

Story evolution

The initial narrative focused broadly on a case being registered for 'objectionable content,' which later evolved to include more specific details about the nature of the offensive remarks and additional individuals involved.

Initial Reporting2026-06-11T13:27:54.000Z

Hindustan Times first reported the registration of a case by Maharashtra Cyber police against Pranit More.

Expanded Details2026-06-11T14:08:51.000Z - 2026-06-11T14:53:44.000Z

Times of India and Indian Express provided further details, including the involvement of others and the nature of the objectionable content.

Specific Allegations2026-06-11T14:57:11.000Z

NDTV added specific allegations regarding offensive remarks about women, consent, and deceased persons.

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Case Registered Against Comedian in 'Rs 370 Biryani' Row

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Rs 370 Biryani remark: Maharashtra police books comedian More and Jangra; summons Sejal Pawar

Case Registered Against Comedian, Man Behind Rs 370 Ki Biryani' Row

Coverage Timeline

Maharashtra Cyber police register case against stand-up comedian Pranit More over ' ₹370 biryani' remark

Rs 370 biryani row: Maharashtra police register case against Pranit More, Himanshu Jangra

Case Registered Against Comedian, Man Behind Rs 370 Ki Biryani' Row

Rs 370 Biryani remark: Maharashtra police books comedian More and Jangra; summons Sejal Pawar

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