- By Tanya Garg
- Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:08 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Pranit More has been under fire after the Rs 370 biryani comment on his show sparked outcry on social media over the past few days. The misogynistic and patriarchal remark made by a 23-year-old at the comedy event sparked massive backlash. Many also called out Pranit More, calling for accountability. But why?
Pranit More laughed off when an audience member hinted that he was expected to get something in return from the woman after spending about Rs 370 on a chicken biryani during a date in the now-deleted clip.
Who Is Pranit More?
Pranit More, a stand-up comedian, content creator, and TV personality, is well-known for his sympathetic stories about middle-class Indian families and urban life, as well as his observational comedy. He began his career as a stand-up comedian on the streets of Mumbai and has become an influencer, radio host, and TV performer.
Pranit More, who is well-known on social media as Maharashtrian Bhau, has amassed a fan base by cracking clever jokes about common subjects like middle-class living and family.
Pranit More Education And Life
Pranit More was born in Mumbai into a middle-class Maharashtrian family on March 2, 1991. According to The Sunday Guardian, the comedian's mother took care of the home front while his father worked as a conductor for Maharashtra State Transport (ST) services. He is descended from a family from Khed, Ratnagiri.
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Pranit More went on to WeSchool in Mumbai to obtain his MBA in marketing after graduating from K.J. Somaiya College with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS).
Pranit More's entry into the Bigg Boss 19 House of India in 2025 was the biggest turning point in his life. He made it into the Top 5, along with top competitors including Gaurav Khanna, who won the competition, and Farrhana Bhatt.
Pranit More Apologised For Misogynistic Remarks
Pranit More apologised for the remarks made on his show and stated that they didn't represent his opinions. However, as the video went viral on social media, several influencers commented, many of whom questioned the comedian's choice to share the exchange online in addition to the audience members' remarks.
He stated, "I've seen the criticism regarding a recent crowdwork clip. The comments made by the audience member do not reflect my views. Looking back, I should have challenged the remark instead of laughing and moving on. That was a lapse in judgement on my part."
The stand-up comedian added, "I appreciate everyone who raised their concerns respectfully. I sincerely apologise for whatever happened, and I’ll take this lesson forward. I’m human, and like anyone else, I’m constantly learning."
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Kusha Kapila, Sakshi Shivdasani REACT To Pranit More's Apology
Influencer and actress Kusha Kapila responded to the incident by posting a number of videos on Instagram, making the case that responsibility extends beyond the individual who made the statement.
Additionally, Kusha Kapila suggested that rather than encouraging bad behaviour, material providers should call it out. "But jo mere audience ke views hain, wo mere views nahin hai? Ho sakte hain agar aap usko clip karke uski reel daalenge. Uss par editor ne kaam kiya hai, us par yeh socha gaya hai ki usko 90 second ki clip kaise banayi jaaye. Jab sab hai, to aap kaise keh sakte hain ki aapke views reflect nahin hote hain? Agar aap un views ko badhava de rahe hain, shabashi de rahe hain, to wo to aapke bhi views hain," she said.
Sakshi Shivdasani, a social media personality, has criticised Pranit for attempting to disassociate himself from the incident. "Pranit More saying 'the views of my audience members don't reflect what I think' but sir has clipped it and posted it on Instagram because he found it so f**king funny that a man paying on a date thinks he has bought the right to sleep with a woman."