Actor Malti Chahar, who was previously linked with comedian Pranit More during her stint on Bigg Boss 19, has strongly reacted to the ongoing controversy surrounding a viral ₹370 biryani remark from a recent comedy show.
The incident has sparked widespread backlash online, with multiple public figures and social media users criticising the comment and its framing within a stand-up performance.
Malti Chahar’s reaction on social media
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Malti Chahar expressed strong disapproval over the viral incident, stating that such attitudes reflect deeper societal issues related to consent and respect for women.
She wrote that reducing a woman’s consent to the value of a meal is deeply troubling and contributes to why many women feel hesitant about marriage and choose financial independence and shared responsibilities in relationships.
Her post quickly gained attention as part of the wider debate around the controversy.
Connection to broader criticism of entertainment content
In her statement, Malti also referenced concerns about how women are portrayed in popular media, including criticism directed at certain film narratives for reinforcing problematic stereotypes.
She emphasized that media content—whether comedy or cinema—shapes public perception and can influence real-world behaviour when harmful ideas are normalized.
According to her, while creators may cater to audience demand, viewers also carry responsibility for what they choose to support and amplify.
Call for awareness and responsibility
Malti further urged parents, particularly mothers, to educate young men about consent, respect, and gender equality.
She stressed that conversations around dignity and respect should begin early to prevent harmful attitudes from becoming normalized in adulthood.
Her message focused on the idea that both creators and audiences share responsibility in shaping cultural narratives.
Background of the controversy
The viral controversy originated from a crowdwork segment in Pranit More’s stand-up performance, where an audience member made a remark suggesting transactional expectations following a date.
While the comment was made by a spectator, Pranit More faced criticism for not challenging the statement during the performance and later sharing the clip online.
The video quickly spread across social media, triggering debate around misogyny, humour boundaries, and accountability in live comedy settings.
Pranit More’s response
Following backlash, Pranit More issued a public apology, acknowledging that he should have intervened during the moment instead of allowing the remark to pass unchecked.
He clarified that the comments made by the audience member did not reflect his personal beliefs.
Despite his clarification, the incident continues to draw strong reactions from public figures and online users.
Wider reaction and consequences
The individual who made the original remark also faced backlash online, later deleting social media accounts and being terminated from his workplace following the controversy.
The incident has since become a focal point in discussions about comedy ethics, gender sensitivity, and the responsibility of public platforms.
