Controversy Erupts: FIR Filed Against Comedian Praneet More and Associates Over Offensive Remarks

The Maharashtra Cyber Police have filed an FIR against comedians Praneet More, Himanshu Jangra, and Dr. Sejal Pawar following controversial remarks made during a comedy show. The comments, which included derogatory statements about women and disrespectful remarks about deceased bodies, have sparked significant backlash on social media. While the involved parties have issued apologies, the situation escalated with the filing of the FIR, leading to Jangra's termination from his job and More deactivating his social media accounts. An investigation is ongoing, and legal actions are expected against those involved.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 11, 2026, 22:37 IST

FIR Filed Against Comedians for Disturbing Comments

The Maharashtra Cyber Police have initiated a First Information Report (FIR) against comedian Praneet More, along with Himanshu Jangra and Dr. Sejal Pawar, due to controversial statements made during a recent comedy performance. These individuals have attracted significant attention on social media following the backlash from their remarks. The police report also mentions other unidentified persons linked to the distribution of the contentious material.

The uproar began during Praneet More's comedy show when Himanshu Jangra made a troubling comment suggesting that spending money on a date entitles one to physical intimacy, specifically citing an instance where he spent ₹370 on biryani. Authorities criticized Jangra's remarks for their derogatory portrayal of women. Furthermore, Dr. Sejal Pawar contributed to the controversy with inappropriate comments regarding deceased bodies and medical cadavers used for educational purposes, which officials deemed disrespectful and contrary to public decency standards.

Maharashtra Cyber Police officials highlighted that the contentious content was recorded, promoted, and circulated on various digital platforms, with Praneet More as the host. They pointed out that the material included obscene and offensive remarks about women's consent and deceased individuals, violating societal norms and attracting criminal law provisions. An investigation is currently in progress, and legal actions will be pursued against all involved parties, as stated by the police.

In response to the backlash, Praneet More has publicly apologized, while Himanshu Jangra's employer released a video confirming his termination. Dr. Sejal Pawar also apologized via social media. Despite these actions, More has faced significant criticism, prompting him to deactivate his social media accounts. The filing of the FIR represents a serious escalation in this matter, and it will be interesting to observe how the situation unfolds in the upcoming days.