'What I told there was not totally true': Himanshu Jangra claims he made up parts of viral Rs 370 biryani joke on Pranit More's show, apologises again
'What I told there was not totally true': Himanshu Jangra claims he made up parts of viral Rs 370 biryani joke on Pranit More's show, apologises againInstagram

Pranit More is back to stand-up gigs, months after facing massive backlash online over a viral crowd-work clip featuring an audience member named Himanshu making remarks about his date. During the interaction, he mentioned that he had paid ₹370 for biryani, wanted to basool that money, and expected sexual pleasure in return. Both Himanshu and Pranit came under fire for the remarks, Himanshu for his crass comment, and Pranit for adding fuel to the fire and enjoying it as content for the show.

After multiple FIRs and summons, comedian Pranit More was back to stand-up, but not in India. During a live show, which took place in Georgia on June 14, the comedian was welcomed with loud cheers and applause from the audience. A leaked video from the show, which has now gone viral, shows Pranit becoming visibly emotional during his first live performance since the row. In the clip, he is seen fighting back tears as he addressed the audience directly about the ordeal.

He told the audience, "Jab main stage pe aaya to mujhe laga ki kya ye log mujhe accept karenge. Mujhe bohot hi accha laga ki tum log bohot supportive the jo bhi cheezein huin uske baad bhi (When I came on stage, I wondered if these people would accept me. I felt really good that you all were so supportive, even after everything that happened)." He went on to thank the crowd for standing by him despite the criticism he had faced online.

Pranit also used the moment to reflect on why he pursued stand-up comedy in the first place, clarifying that his motivations were never rooted in fame or money. "Itni saari cheezein ho gayin. Dekho maine stand-up chalu hi isliye nahi kiya tha ki paise aayenge ya famous hone ke liye. Main jo job karta tha uske baad main stand-up me aaya kyunki isse mujhe khushi milti hai. Aur humesha point ye tha ki baaki logo ko bhi khushi mile. Aur ye jab nahi hota to thoda bura to lagta hai (So many things happened. Look, I didn't start doing stand-up for money or to become famous. After the job I used to do, I got into stand-up because it brought me joy. And the point was always to bring joy to other people as well. So when that doesn't happen, it does hurt a bit)," he said.

Comedian Pranit More breaks down on comeback show after ₹370 biryani controversy: 'Will they accept me?'
Comedian Pranit More breaks down on comeback show after ₹370 biryani controversy: 'Will they accept me?'Instagram

During the emotional segment, Pranit also shared a conversation he had with his mother while grappling with the fallout of the controversy. Recalling her words, he said, "Meri mummy ne mujhe ek hi cheez boli ki 'Tune galti ki aur sorry bol diya. Tere behaviour se dikh jaega'. Main bola 'Agar unhe nahi pasand aaya to'. Mummy ne bola 'Galti to sabhi karte hain. Tum me se aisa koi jisne kabhi galti nahi ki hai? To fir main ye nahin karunga bhai (My mom told me just one thing: 'You made a mistake and apologised. Your behaviour will show it.' I asked, 'What if they still don't like it?' Mom said, 'Everyone makes mistakes. Is there anyone among you who has never made a mistake?' So then I won't do this, brother)."

Towards the end of the clip, Pranit grew emotional once again as he expressed gratitude to the audience for their continued support. "So thanks a lot mujhe fir se chance dene ke liye. Bohot show kiye hain maine. Ye show aur tum log mujhe humesha yaad rahoge (So thank you so much for giving me another chance. I have done a lot of shows, but I will always remember this show and all of you)," he said, concluding his address to the crowd.