📌 Key Points
- Himanshu Jangra’s ₹370 biryani remark on a date sparked widespread outrage.
- Kusha Kapila urged women to call out the misogynistic comment, slamming Pranit More’s apology.
- Jangra apologized and deleted accounts; Pranit More also issued an apology.
- Himanshu Jangra was terminated from Starvik Design following the controversy.
Comedian Himanshu Jangra’s ₹370 biryani remark on Pranit More’s show has ignited a massive social media storm. Influencer Kusha Kapila strongly condemned the comment, urging more women to speak out against the misogynistic sentiment, leading to apologies and Jangra’s termination.
The Controversial ₹370 Biryani Remark
The ₹ 370 biryani remark on comedian Pranit More ‘s show has sparked a massive backlash on social media. 23-year-old Himanshu Jangra said that he went on a date with a woman where he paid ₹ 370 for a plate of chicken biryani, and therefore deserved a “return” on his investment. He later apologised and deleted his social media accounts. Meanwhile, Pranit also apologised and said ‘comments made by the audience member do not reflect my views’.
She went on to add, “Bahut achcha lag raha hai! Bahut mazza aa raha hai! Aaj main apne paiso se order karke biryani khaungi (I feel amazing, it feels great to see this. I will order biryani with my own money and eat it tonight).”
Kusha Kapila’s Strong Reaction & Call to Action
Kusha also slammed Pranit More’s apology saying that he cannot escape accountability by saying it was an audience reaction, since it was his platform and he should not have been okay when such comments were being passed on women. She also urged men to express their opinions and call out the outrageous comments that were passed on the show.
“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,” he concluded.
Apologies, Termination, and Accountability
Himanshu Jangra was working at Starvik Design. After the row intensified, founder Vivek Vishwakarma took to Instagram to share that the company has terminated him. “What happened outside the workplace has now affected the workplace, and I have a responsibility towards the company, our team, our clients, and the environment we create here,” Vishwakarma said. “That is why we have decided to part ways with him.”
The incident highlights the power of social media in holding individuals accountable for problematic statements. Kusha Kapila’s stance amplified the call for respect, demonstrating the entertainment industry’s role in addressing crucial societal issues.
