Pranit More's Apology Sparks Controversy Amidst Backlash from Samyuktha Hegde

Pranit More's apology video has gone viral after he faced backlash for endorsing a derogatory comment during a stand-up show. Actress Samyuktha Hegde criticized him for his actions, calling them shameful and indicative of a troubling culture. The incident has led to an FIR by the Maharashtra Cyber Police, with ongoing investigations into the matter. As the controversy unfolds, many are questioning the boundaries of comedy and its societal implications.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 13, 2026, 20:20 IST

Pranit More's Viral Apology Video

Stand-up comedian Pranit More's recent apology video has gained significant attention online following an FIR filed against him by the Maharashtra Cyber Police. In this video, he expressed regret to those he may have offended after endorsing a derogatory comment made by an audience member, Himanshu Jangra, during a performance in Gurugram. The incident has prompted various reactions from social media users.

Samyuktha Hegde's Critique

Samyuktha Hegde Criticizes Pranit More

Kannada actress Samyuktha Hegde took to Instagram to voice her disapproval of Pranit More's apology. She pointed out that he appeared to be reading from a teleprompter and criticized his behavior during the comedy show. The controversy began when Jangra shared that he had paid Rs 370 for a plate of chicken biryani on a date, expecting sexual favors in return. In his apology, Pranit sought a chance to better himself.

Samyuktha, known for her roles in South Indian cinema, harshly criticized the comedian, stating, “Pranit, stop reading a teleprompt.” She emphasized that his actions reflected his true character and labeled them as ‘shameful’.

She further remarked, “This is R@pe culture, and your mind and most minds in our country are conditioned to believe this is okay, but it’s not. Your sorry means nothing!” Samyuktha criticized not only Pranit but also Jangra and the audience, asserting that comedy should not normalize such serious issues.

She concluded her remarks by stating, “Don’t sell anything as comedy and expect people to react well to it. A country where 4 rapes are reported every hour, this is not humour!”

Pranit More's Response and Ongoing Investigation

About Pranit More

In light of the backlash, Pranit More has removed the controversial episode from his YouTube channel. Both Himanshu Jangra and Dr. Sejal Pawar have also issued apologies for their statements that ignited widespread debate online. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has condemned the incident during a media briefing. Authorities are currently investigating the matter and have summoned Pranit, Himanshu, and Sejal for their roles in the live comedy event.