What Sparked the Controversy Around Pranit More? Malti Chahar Weighs In!

Pranit More faces backlash after a stand-up comedy incident where an audience member made an inappropriate remark. Malti Chahar, a former contestant from Bigg Boss 19, condemned the mindset reflected in the viral video, but her comments drew criticism, leading her to clarify her stance. As the controversy unfolds, both Pranit and the audience member have distanced themselves from the remarks, with an FIR filed against them. Discover the details of this heated debate and Malti's response to her critics.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 12, 2026, 03:35 IST

The Incident That Triggered Backlash

Pranit More has found himself under fire following a stand-up comedy interaction where an audience member made an inappropriate comment. Malti Chahar, who previously appeared with Pranit on Bigg Boss 19, has publicly condemned the mindset displayed in the viral clip. However, her comments have drawn criticism from social media users, prompting her to clarify her position and explain her choice to address one issue while remaining silent on another.

Malti Chahar's Reaction to the Controversy

The controversy erupted after a video from Pranit More's performance circulated online. In the clip, 23-year-old Himanshu Jangra recounted a date where he spent Rs 370 on chicken biryani, implying he expected something in return for that expense. This remark was met with widespread condemnation on social media, with many labeling it disrespectful. On June 10, Malti Chahar took to X to express her concerns about the mindset reflected in such comments.

She noted that incidents like this often make women more aware of the importance of independence and can lead to wariness about marriage. Despite ongoing discussions about equality, women continue to face objectification and consent issues. Malti urged parents to raise sons who understand respect and consent, emphasizing that media and entertainment play a significant role in shaping public perceptions.

Malti Addresses Her Critics

In light of the backlash, Malti issued a follow-up statement to clarify her stance. She expressed gratitude for the respectful men in her life and highlighted that none support derogatory remarks about women under the guise of humor. She asserted that morality is not determined by gender, stating, "There are women who do wrong things too, and if you want to call that out, nobody is stopping you." Malti also responded to suggestions that she should comment on every controversy, explaining that addressing one issue does not obligate her to respond to all others.

She clarified, "My last tweet wasn't directed at any one specific person. It was aimed at the larger group of people who write or speak such nonsense and see nothing wrong with it."

Meanwhile, the original incident remains a hot topic online. Following the backlash, Himanshu Jangra deleted his social media accounts, while Pranit More distanced himself from the comments, stating that the audience member's views did not reflect his own. The comedian later apologized and deactivated his Instagram account amid the growing criticism. An FIR has been filed against both individuals.