The Supreme Court has refused to release the passport of YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia. He is under investigation for an alleged obscene remark made on the stand-up comedy show India’s Got Latent. The court stated that his plea would be reconsidered after the investigation is complete. The Solicitor General assured the court that the probe would conclude in two weeks.
Allahbadia’s Appeal and Court’s Response
Ranveer Allahbadia filed a plea requesting the return of his passport. He argued that the restriction was affecting his livelihood as he could not travel abroad for shows. To support his appeal, he submitted an undertaking to maintain a level of decency in his content.
Despite this, the court denied the request. It reasoned that allowing him to leave the country might delay the investigation. The court sought input from the Maharashtra and Assam governments, as their police forces are leading the probe.
Investigation Timeline and Next Hearing
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta informed the court that the investigation would conclude within two weeks. In response, the court stated that it would reconsider the plea once the probe is complete. The next hearing is scheduled for April 21.
Interim Protection and Court’s Criticism
Meanwhile, the court extended interim protection from arrest for Allahbadia. The protection covers cases registered against him in Mumbai, Guwahati, and Jaipur. Despite this, the court issued a stern rebuke. It remarked that his content reflected “something dirty in his mind” and criticized the nature of the program.
Past Court Rulings and Show Resumption
Earlier, the court had restricted Allahbadia from airing new episodes. However, it later allowed him to resume The Ranveer Show, provided he maintained “morality and decency.” Last week, he resumed the show with a video statement. He pledged to act responsibly due to his significant influence on younger viewers.
Legal Trouble and Public Apology
Allahbadia faced backlash after his controversial comment went viral. Police from Mumbai and Guwahati registered cases against him. The YouTuber later apologized, calling it a lapse in judgment. He also appeared before the National Commission for Women and joined the investigation.
Ashish Chanchalani’s Similar Case
Another YouTuber, Ashish Chanchalani, also filed a plea for his passport’s release. The court did not entertain his request either. Both Allahbadia and Chanchalani were involved in the controversy after their remarks surfaced online.
Conclusion
The Supreme Court will review Ranveer Allahbadia’s plea after the probe concludes. Until then, his travel restrictions remain in place. The case highlights the growing scrutiny on digital content creators and the legal consequences of their statements. Get the latest market insights, latest news, and technology updates — visit News Trendzs today!
