MUMBAI: After comedian Madhur Virli’s resurfaced rape joke triggered outrage online, fresh questions are being raised about the state of Indian stand-up comedy. Coming days after the controversy surrounding Pranit More’s crowd-work clips, the debate has shifted from humour to responsibility, boundaries and whether shock value is replacing wit.

Comedian Pranit More apologised for not intervening during a stand-up show when an audience member made misogynistic remarks.

A clip from stand-up comedian Madhur Virli's 2024 show Love & Latex has now resurfaced on social media amid the backlash for Pranit More's biryani row.

Comedian Madhur Virli said that the clip was taken from a performance he did two years ago, and he has taken it down that time itself.

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MUMBAI: After comedian Madhur Virli’s resurfaced rape joke triggered outrage online, fresh questions are being raised about the state of Indian stand-up comedy. Coming days after…

Consent, crowd ratification and crassness: stand-up comedy under scanner again | India News

Recent comedy shows in India have ignited a fierce debate. Performers made jokes about sexual assault and consent, drawing widespread criticism. Videos of these performances have…