The Supreme Court Today (Feb 18) questioned Ranveer Allahbadia over his controversial remarks, criticizing his language and intent. Despite strong words from the judges, the court granted him protection from arrest and ruled that no further FIRs would be filed.
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NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court of India heard the case of YouTube personality Ranveer Allahbadia, popularly known as the ‘BeerBiceps Guy.’ The case involves multiple FIRs that have been filed against him in different states, including Maharashtra and Assam, due to controversial statements he made on the stand-up comedy show ‘India’s Got Latent.’
The case is currently being heard by a bench consisting of Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh.
During the hearing, Justice Surya Kant questioned Ranveer Allahbadia’s stance on his own statements and asked,
“Are you defending the statements?”
In response, Ranveer’s lawyer, Abhinav Chandrachud, firmly denied it and stated,
“Not at all. I personally am disgusted. But whether it rises to the level of criminal offense is another question.”
The case is currently being heard by a bench consisting of Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh.
During the proceedings, the Supreme Court raised an important question regarding the nature of the allegations and asked,
“What are the parameters of obscenity/vulgarity?”
In response, Ranveer’s lawyer explained the purpose of the plea, stating,
“This is for clubbing of FIRs. Petitioner has received death threats. First in Maharashtra, then Assam, now Jaipur…there is a reward…offense is old S.153A (promoting hatred).”
Justice Surya Kant strongly criticized the content of Ranveer Allahbadia’s remarks and reacted sharply, saying,
“If this is not obscenity in this country, then what it!? See the language you are using! You have got license to speak all kind of…?”
Further expressing his disapproval, Justice Surya Kant made a striking remark about Ranveer Allahbadia’s intentions behind his statements, saying,
“He is insulting parents also! There is something dirty in this person’s mind that has been spread through this program. Why the Courts should favor him?”
Despite the severe criticism, the Supreme Court has granted Ranveer Allahbadia protection from arrest. Moreover, the top court has ruled that no further FIRs will be lodged against him in this matter.
CASE TITLE:
RANVEER GAUTAM ALLAHABADIA Versus UNION OF INDIA AND ORS., W.P.(Crl.) No. 83/2025
PREVIOUSLY IN APEX COURT
YouTuber Ranveer Allahabadia, popularly known as BeerBiceps, moved to the Supreme Court on Feb 14th to challenge multiple police cases filed against him in different states. These cases were registered because of his “obscene and vulgar” comments in a recent episode of the reality show India’s Got Latent.
Mr Allahbadia, through his lawyer Abhinav Chandrachud, sought anticipatory bail, fearing arrest by the Guwahati police, who have already issued summons to him and others involved in the show.
Chandrachud, raised the matter before Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna, requesting urgent hearing.
However, the CJI refused, stating that such cases cannot be mentioned orally.
“There are multiple FIRs being filed,”
-said Advocate Chandrachud.
“We have already given a date (of listing),”
-responded CJI Khanna.
The petition requested an early hearing, which was mentioned before Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna. However, the CJI declined to grant an immediate hearing, stating that a date had already been assigned for the case.
Chandrachud pressed further, mentioning the Assam Police’s involvement.
“But the Assam police…”
-he insisted.
CJI Khanna remained firm and said,
“No Mr. Chandrachud, no oral mentioning.”
Justice Khanna advised Mr Allahbadia’s legal team to approach the court registry for further details.
Chandrachud then emphasized the nature of the petition, saying,
“This is an Article 32 petition.”
“I have assigned the bench and it will come up (before a bench) in two-three days,”
-CJI said when Chandrachud submitted that the Assam police has summoned Allahbadia for joining the probe during the day.
The controversy began when Allahabadia made a joke on India’s Got Latent, which led to a strong public backlash. Following this, multiple First Information Reports (FIRs) were registered against him in Mumbai and Assam.
The Assam Police named Ranveer Allahabadia and four other influencers in the FIR, accusing them of “promoting obscenity and engaging in sexually explicit and vulgar discussion” during the show. After the complaint, a police team from Assam traveled to Mumbai to interrogate the individuals involved.
The case was officially registered with the Guwahati Crime Branch on February 10, based on a complaint from Alok Boruah, a resident of Guwahati. The complaint targeted several well-known YouTubers and influencers, including:
- Ashish Chanchlani
- Jaspreet Singh
- Apoorva Makhija
- Ranveer Allahabadia
- Samay Raina
The FIR includes charges under various laws, such as:
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023
- IT Act, 2000
- Cinematograph Act, 1952
- Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986
The controversial episode was recorded on November 14, 2024, at Khar Habitat but was aired recently. The show featured continuous use of offensive language by its panel members, including Ranveer Allahabadia, comedian Samay Raina, and YouTuber Ashish Chanchlani.
As a result of the controversy, FIRs were lodged against Allahabadia in both Maharashtra and Assam. The legal proceedings are ongoing, and the Supreme Court has set a date for hearing the petition.
CASE TITLE:
RANVEER GAUTAM ALLAHABADIA Versus UNION OF INDIA AND ORS., W.P.(Crl.) No. 83/2025
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