AR Rahman Weighs in on Ranveer Allahbadia Controversy

Composer AR Rahman addressed the controversy surrounding influencer Ranveer Allahbadia's inappropriate comments during the audio launch of 'Chhaava.' The remarks have spurred public criticism, police complaints, and even led to cancellations of Samay Raina's shows and scrutiny by the National Commission for Women.

Amid a swirling controversy, iconic composer AR Rahman subtly commented on influencer Ranveer Allahbadia's contentious remarks. Speaking at the audio launch of 'Chhaava,' where he was asked to describe his music using emojis, Rahman made a poignant remark about the consequences of careless speech, drawing laughter from actor Vicky Kaushal and the audience.

The scandal erupted following Allahbadia's appearance on 'India's Got Latent,' a YouTube show now mired in controversy. The fallout has been significant, with YouTube pulling the controversial episode and Allahbadia issuing an apology on social media platform X for his vulgar comments.

Beyond online backlash, the incident has prompted legal actions, including police complaints in multiple Indian cities and scrutiny by the National Commission for Women. The broader discourse has involved prominent voices, signaling the lasting impact of such media controversies.