Amruta Fadnavis criticized comedian Pranit More after a viral remark regarding a "₹370 biryani" [1] sparked widespread backlash in Maharashtra.
The incident highlights the tension between creative expression in stand-up comedy and the societal boundaries regarding the depiction of women. As the spouse of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Amruta Fadnavis's public condemnation brings high-level political attention to the ethics of digital content consumption.
Fadnavis said the comment promotes misogyny and objectifies women. She said such remarks undermine the concept of consent and send a harmful message to young audiences [1]. The controversy stems from a performance by More during a stand-up comedy show in Maharashtra [2].
Following the viral spread of the clip, Maharashtra cyber police began monitoring the comedian [2]. Authorities have registered a case against More as part of the investigation into the nature of the remark and its impact on public order [2].
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis also responded to the situation. He said it is not right to violate societal boundaries [3]. The administration's reaction suggests a low tolerance for content that is perceived to degrade women or disrupt social harmony.
More has not issued a public rebuttal to the specific claims regarding the ₹370 [1] figure mentioned in his act. The investigation by the cyber police continues as officials examine the digital footprint of the video, and the extent of its reach across social media platforms [2].
“Amruta Fadnavis said the comment promotes misogyny and objectifies women.”
This incident reflects a growing trend in India where the intersection of viral social media content and traditional societal values leads to legal repercussions for creators. The involvement of the Maharashtra cyber police indicates that the state is increasingly using digital surveillance and legal frameworks to regulate comedy that is deemed offensive or misogynistic.
