Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra has weighed in on the ongoing “Rs 370 Biryani” controversy, using social media to share a pointed message aimed at fellow comedians. Taking to X, formerly Twitter, Kamra urged comics to stop “hiding” behind various aspects of their profession and instead take responsibility for the content they create and present.In his post, Kamra wrote, “Things comedians should stop hiding behind: Storytelling, crowd work, hard work, bank balance, and parents.” The remarks came at a time when discussions around crowd work and accountability in comedy have intensified online.The controversy gained traction following viral clips from comedian Pranit More’s crowd work show. More has faced criticism for giving a platform to Himanshu Jangra, who has been linked to the widely discussed Rs 370 biryani incident. The episode sparked widespread debate on social media, with users questioning the boundaries of crowd work and the responsibilities of performers when featuring audience members in their acts.Meanwhile, another controversy emerged after an old video of comedian Madhur Virli resurfaced online. The clip, originally recorded in 2024, contained jokes about rape and comments that many social media users found offensive towards victims and survivors. The video triggered fresh criticism, leading to renewed scrutiny of content created by stand-up comedians.Virli has since deactivated his social media account and has not issued a public statement regarding the backlash. As debates continue, Kamra’s comments have added another layer to the conversation surrounding comedy, accountability, and the evolving expectations audiences have from performers in the digital age.
Amid Rs 370 biryani controversy, Kunal Kamra calls for accountability in comedy
