Cyber cell registers case against Pranit More, Himanshu Jangra in Rs 370 biryani row

Mumbai,UPDATED: Jun 11, 2026 20:17 IST

The Maharashtra Cyber Cell on Thursday registered a case against stand-up comedian Pranit More, Himanshu Jangra, Dr Sejal Pawar, and others in connection with the alleged publication and circulation of obscene and objectionable content on online platforms and social media.

The case has been filed at the nodal Cyber Police Station, Maharashtra Cyber in Mumbai under Sections 75(1)(iv), 75(3), 294 and 353(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, along with relevant provisions of the Information Technology (IT) Act, 2000.

According to officials, the case stems from certain videos and clips circulated on YouTube, Instagram and other platforms in connection with a programme hosted by the stand-up comedian. The content allegedly contains obscene, offensive and objectionable remarks related to women, consent, and deceased persons, and is said to be in violation of accepted social norms.

During the investigation, Maharashtra Cyber found that one clip allegedly featured Jangra making remarks suggesting entitlement to physical intimacy in exchange for money spent on a date, which officials said portrayed women in a derogatory manner and trivialised issues of consent and dignity.

Another clip allegedly showed Dr Pawar making objectionable comments regarding deceased male bodies and cadavers used for medical study. The content is described as disrespectful to the dignity of the deceased and contrary to standards of public decency.

Officials further alleged that the content was recorded, promoted and circulated on digital platforms as part of the programme hosted by Pranit More, with the intent of increasing viewership and generating revenue through online monetisation.

During the investigation, summons were issued to More, Jangra and Dr Pawar, directing them to appear before Maharashtra Cyber and record their statements.

The investigation is currently underway, and officials said appropriate legal action will be taken against all persons found involved in accordance with the law.

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