Ranveer Allahbadia: Forbes To FIR
Who is Ranveer Allahabadia?
Hailing from a family of doctors, the engineer-turned-YouTuber is one of the most popular podcasters in India. He gained fame with his YT channel BeerBiceps.
His YouTube journey
After pursuing his degree, Allahbadia started a YT channel where he focused on fitness but later expanded to entrepreneurship, mental health, mythology, etc.
Career accomplishments
Ranveer was featured on the 30 Under 30 Forbes Asia list in 2022. He was also honored as Disruptor of the Year by PM Modi in 2024.
Ranveer x Celebrities
His podcast has featured many prominent Bollywood celebrities, including Kareena Kapoor, Abhishek Bachchan, Priyanka Chopra, and Kriti Sanon.
Ranveer Allahabdia controversy
It all started when he attended the Samay Raina show India`s Got Latent as a panellist and said some "perverted" comments that became a national issue.
From Bollywood to Parliament, his "watch your parents having sex or join them" comment grabbed attention and made many uncomfortable.
Ranveer Allahabadia`s apology
The YouTuber issued an apology for his obscene comments after the India`s Got Latent episode went live. However, netizens continued to criticize him.
SC hearing in Allahabadia case
Several complaints and FIRs have been filed against him. The court, however, has granted Allahabadia interim relief and police protection due to death threats.
Ranveer Allahabadia fallout
It was the internet and social media that made Allahabadia a household name. And it was a "lapse in judgement" that cost him his stardom.