Sutapa Sikdar Rejects Comedian Pranit More's Apology Over Viral Misogynistic Clip
Sutapa Sikdar, widow of actor Irrfan Khan, publicly rejected comedian Pranit More's apology for laughing at a misogynistic remark made by an audience member during a stand-up show, where the audience member claimed spending Rs 370 on biryani for a woman entitled him to a "return." More had initially laughed at the comment during the live performance before apologizing on Instagram and removing the video. Sikdar's rejection, accompanied by rape statistics, underscores broader concerns about accountability and cultural attitudes toward women in India.
The controversy began when a viral clip from Pranit More's comedy show featured audience member Himanshu Jangra making a misogynistic comment equating spending Rs 370 on chicken biryani for a woman to a financial investment deserving a "return." More laughed at the remark during the live performance, drawing widespread online criticism. More subsequently posted a public apology on Instagram, acknowledging his lapse in judgment and stating he should have challenged the comment rather than laughing. He removed the video from all platforms and later deactivated his Instagram account. However, Sutapa Sikdar rejected the apology, posting on social media with rape statistics and questioning whether women should always forgive such behavior, arguing that acceptance would prevent meaningful change. The incident highlights ongoing debates about comedian responsibility, audience participation in stand-up comedy, and cultural attitudes toward women in India.
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'Sorry after enjoying like a joker?' : Irrfan Khan's wife Sutapa Sikdar SLAMS Pranit More after viral mis
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‘Biryani bhejdu? Rs 370 ki hai bas’ to ‘Biryani is dinner, not consent’: Amid Pranit More controversy, Zo
- The Times of IndiaCenter
Who is Pranit More? Comedian who went viral due to the 'Rs 370 Ki Biryani' clip
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Sutapa Sikdar slams Pranit over viral misogynistic clip: 'Sorry after enjoying like joker?'
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