The Supreme Court of India has postponed YouTuber Ranveer Allahabadia's request for the release of his passport, granting a two-week deferral. The decision follows the Solicitor General’s statement that the investigation into multiple FIRs filed against Allahabadia concerning his remarks during the "India's Got Latent" show is nearing completion.
Background of the Case
Ranveer Allahabadia, popularly known as "Beer Biceps," was required to surrender his passport to the Investigating Officer at Thane Police Station as part of conditions imposed by the Supreme Court while granting him interim protection. FIRs against him were registered across various states due to his controversial remarks made during an episode of the show.
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A Supreme Court bench consisting of Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh heard the matter. The order recorded:
"Ld. Solicitor General informs that investigation in ongoing FIRs is likely to be completed in two weeks. Since petitioner might be required to join ongoing investigations, his prayer for release of passport/to travel abroad will be considered after the investigations are complete... Post these matters for further consideration on April 21. Interim directions/protections to continue."
Allahabadia's counsel, Dr. Abhinav Chandrachud, emphasized that his client’s livelihood depends on conducting interviews, some of which require international travel. He argued that the YouTuber needs to be present in different locations to coordinate with his team for upcoming interviews.
Justice Surya Kant sought updates on the investigation’s status, to which Solicitor General Tushar Mehta responded that the process was nearing completion. Justice Kant then remarked:
"If we allow you (Allahabadia) to travel frequently, then investigation is likely to be hampered... You may be required for investigation, then you are not there, nobody can blame you for why you are not there... They are hopefully completing (investigation) in two weeks, we will take it up after two weeks... then we will permit you to..."
The case also involves another YouTuber, Ashish Chanchlani, who, along with Allahabadia, faced FIRs for remarks made during the same show. Chanchlani’s counsel, Senior Advocate Ajay Tewari, requested the Supreme Court to club the multiple FIRs against his client. The bench acknowledged the plea and stated:
"We will see what is to be done."
The Controversy Behind "India’s Got Latent"
The controversy erupted after certain clips from an episode of comedian Samay Raina’s YouTube show "India's Got Latent" went viral. The video contained explicit references involving parents, sparking widespread outrage. YouTube personalities including Ranveer Allahabadia, Samay Raina, Ashish Chanchlani, Jaspreet Singh, and Apoorva Makhija participated in the episode.
Following the backlash, Samay Raina issued a public apology and removed all episodes of the show from his YouTube channel. Allahabadia also publicly apologized, admitting that his comments were inappropriate.
On February 10, the Guwahati Police filed an FIR against five YouTubers, accusing them of "promoting obscenity and engaging in sexually explicit and vulgar discussions." FIRs were also registered by the Maharashtra Cyber Department and Jaipur Police.
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Seeking relief, both Allahabadia and Chanchlani approached the Supreme Court to quash or club the multiple FIRs. While Allahabadia received interim protection from the Supreme Court, Justice Kant reprimanded him for his language, calling it "dirty" and "perverted."
Later, the Court lifted restrictions on airing "The Ranveer Show" but required Allahabadia to submit an undertaking, ensuring that his content would adhere to standards of decency and morality. Meanwhile, Chanchlani secured interim relief from the Gauhati High Court. The Supreme Court has also issued a notice regarding his request to club FIRs across states.
In light of this case, the Supreme Court has expressed its intention to regulate obscene content on YouTube and other social media platforms. The bench has sought the Union Government’s views on implementing stricter guidelines to control inappropriate content.
Case Title:
(1) RANVEER GAUTAM ALLAHABADIA Versus UNION OF INDIA AND ORS., W.P.(Crl.) No. 83/2025
(2) ASHISH ANIL CHANCHLANI Versus STATE OF GUWAHATI AND ANR., W.P.(Crl.) No. 85/2025
