Comedian Pranit More Faces Backlash Over Audience Interaction Videos

One viral moment was already keeping social media busy. Then another clip surfaced. For days, discussions around comedian Pranit More's crowd-work shows have refused to die down. The backlash over the now-viral “Rs 370 biryani” remark had barely started slowing when a different video from one of his performances began circulating online. This time, the spotlight shifted to an audience interaction involving Sejal Pawar. As the clip spread across platforms, it triggered fresh debate around humour, professional conduct, and whether certain subjects should be off-limits, both on stage and online.

What the viral clip shows

The video features Sejal Pawar during an interaction with Pranit More. During the conversation, Pawar spoke about discussions she and some of her colleagues had regarding deceased male bodies. She said they compared the sizes of the genitalia of male cadavers.

Social media reacts

Soon after the clip began making rounds online, users on X started sharing their views. Several people also compared the reaction to this controversy with the backlash seen during the recent Himanshu Jangra incident. One user wrote: “This female doctor said that she and her friends joke about the dìk sizes of male dead bodies. Imagine the outrage if a male doctor made the same joke about a dead woman's private parts. He would be fired and called a rapist. But girls can do this and face no punishment. Why?” Another user commented: “This doctor said that she and her friends make fun of the private parts of male dead bodies, showing a disturbing lack of respect for the deceased. Instead of speaking against such comments, #PranitMore seemed to encourage them by laughing and enjoying the moment. A shameful display. This kind of low-quality stand-up comedy show should be stopped.” A third user wrote: “There are certain things in life that should never be mocked, and a cadaver is one of them. Making fun of a cadaver at any level is completely unacceptable. A family donates the body of their loved one so that future doctors can learn and serve society better. That is an extraordinary act of trust and generosity. If such noble people stop donating their bodies because of this kind of behaviour, medical education itself will suffer. This is not a joke, not ‘content,’ and not something that can be brushed aside.”

Sejal Pawar shares apology

Amid the backlash, social media users and online media reports claimed that Pawar had made her Instagram account private after the clip went viral. The account now appears to be public again. Pawar also shared an apology on Instagram (@_sejalpwr_), saying she wanted to address the clip and understood why people were upset by her remarks. “I genuinely want to address a clip from a recent video that has been circulating. Having watched it back, I completely understand why people were upset by what I said. The topic is a sensitive one, and my comments came across in a way they shouldn't have. While there was never any intention to disrespect anyone, I recognize that impact matters more than intent,” she wrote. “I'm not here to justify what was said or explain it away. I take responsibility for it. Looking back, I can see how my words could be interpreted differently from what I meant,” the post read. Describing the incident as a learning experience, Pawar said it had made her reflect on how she communicates, particularly when discussing sensitive subjects. “As a student this has been a learning experience for me, and it has made me reflect on the way I communicate, especially when discussing subjects that deserve greater thought and sensitivity,” she wrote. She concluded by apologizing to those who were hurt by the clip. “To everyone who was disappointed or hurt by the clip, I understand what went wrong, and I am genuinely sorry for that, and I would never let this happen ever again,” Pawar said.

This comes days after the Rs 370 biryani row

The latest controversy follows the viral Himanshu Jangra incident, which generated widespread criticism online. During an interaction at a Pranit More show, Jangra spoke about a date and suggested that because he had spent money on a meal, he expected something in return. The remark that sparked outrage was: “Maine kaha ki Rs 370 lage hain to use to wasool toh karunga hi.” The clip triggered a wider debate about dating, consent, entitlement, and the role of crowd-work comedy, with reactions continuing across social media platforms.Disclaimer: This report is based on publicly available social media posts, videos, and statements. The Times of India has not independently verified the claims circulating online.