Controversy Erupts Over 'India's Got Latent' YouTube Show

The Maharashtra State Commission for Women has asked Mumbai police to investigate a complaint against the YouTube show 'India's Got Latent', citing its negative impact on youth. The show sparked controversy following a remark by podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia. The Supreme Court criticized Allahbadia but protected him from arrest.

The Maharashtra State Commission for Women has instructed Mumbai police to investigate a complaint concerning the YouTube show 'India's Got Latent', which has been accused of negatively influencing the young generation. The complaint, brought by two lawyers, prompted the commission's chairperson, Rupali Chakankar, to express confidence that the police would act appropriately.

The controversy centers around popular podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia, who made comments about parents and sex on comedian Samay Raina's show. Multiple FIRs have been filed against Allahbadia, and the Maharashtra Cyber Department has summoned him to provide a statement on February 24. The Supreme Court has shielded Allahbadia from arrest, although it criticized his comments as demonstrating a 'perverted mind'.

Following the backlash, comedian Samay Raina announced that all episodes of 'India's Got Latent' have been removed from his YouTube channel. The issue has also reached Parliament, with Shiv Sena MP Naresh Mhaske advocating for laws to regulate social media content.

(With inputs from agencies.)