Just when the controversy surrounding the viral "Rs 370 biryani" remark from comedian Pranit More's crowd-work show has taken over the internet, another clip from one of his performances has reignited debate online. This time, the spotlight is on Sejal Pawar, a Mumbai-based doctor whose comments during an audience interaction have triggered criticism across social media platforms.The clip, which has been widely shared online, has sparked discussions about professional ethics, respect for body donors and the boundaries of humour in live comedy shows. As criticism escalated, she issued a public apology and acknowledged that her remarks were inappropriate. She is currently posted at KEM Hospital, Mumbai, according to her Instagram bio.What did Sejal Pawar say?The controversy started from an audience interaction segment during one of Pranit More's stand-up comedy shows. During the conversation, Bigg Boss 19 contestant reportedly asked whether doctors remain serious while conducting autopsies or occasionally joke around during the process.Responding to the question, Sejal spoke about experiences involving cadavers and made remarks about comparing the private parts of male corpses. The comments quickly went viral after clips from the show began circulating online.Many social media users criticised the remarks, arguing that body donors deserve dignity and respect. Several viewers described the comments as insensitive, while others questioned whether such subjects should be used as material during public comedy interactions.The backlash soon spread across social media, with users sharing their views and comparing the controversy to the recent viral incident involving the "Rs 370 biryani" comment that emerged from another crowd-work segment at More's show.Sejal Pawar apologisesFollowing the criticism, Pawar released a video statement apologising for her remarks. She admitted that she had made a mistake and expressed regret over the controversy.In her message, she said, "I just wanted to come here and say I am very sorry. I said a very wrong thing. I am so sorry about that. Maine aisa kabhi intentionally nahi socha thaa ki main woh cheez bolungi (I never intentionally thought that I would say something like that)."According to her, the incident took place around two months ago during the first stand-up comedy show she had ever attended. She said she was unaware that a brief portion of the interaction would later go viral and attract such widespread attention.However, Pawar stressed that she was not attempting to justify her actions. Instead, she accepted responsibility for her words and admitted that the comment should never have been made.Instagram statement and clarificationApart from the video apology, Sejal Pawar also addressed the issue on Instagram. In her post, she said she understood why people were upset after watching the clip.She acknowledged that the topic was sensitive and that her words came across in a way they should not have. While maintaining that there was no intention to disrespect anyone, she emphasised that the impact of her comments mattered more than her original intent.She described the controversy as a learning experience and said it had encouraged her to reflect on how she communicates, particularly when discussing sensitive issues. She assured followers that she would be more mindful in the future and apologised to those who felt hurt or disappointed by the clip.The viral video generated strong reactions online. Many users argued that cadavers play a crucial role in medical education and should be treated with the utmost respect. Some pointed out that families donate the bodies of loved ones to medical institutions so future doctors can learn and serve society.Others questioned the nature of crowd-work comedy and whether certain topics should remain off-limits, regardless of context.The incident has also revived discussions about the role of audience interactions in stand-up comedy. As crowd-work clips increasingly go viral on social media, moments that were once confined to live performances are now being scrutinised by millions online.Sejal Pawar's remarks mark the second audience interaction from a Pranit More show to attract widespread attention in recent days. For the unversed, earlier a separate viral clip involving a Gurugram resident, Himanshu Jangra's "Rs 370 biryani" comment, triggered a nationwide debate about dating, consent and entitlement. Himashu was last fired from his job in Gurugram.
Who is Sejal Pawar? Woman doctor issues apology over male corpse joke at Bigg Boss 19's Pranit More's comedy show amid Rs 370 biryani remark backlash
Doctor Sejal Pawar has recently apologised after remarks made during a stand-up comedy show about comparing male corpses' private parts went viral. Her comments, made during an audience interaction, sparked criticism regarding respect for body donors and the boundaries of humour. Read on!










