Comedian Pranit More's show sparked a massive backlash on social media after 23-year-old Himanshu Jangra made a controversial remark about paying ₹370 for a plate of chicken biryani on a date. Himanshu later apologized and deleted his social media accounts. Pranit also apologized, stating that the audience member's comments do not reflect his views.
Himanshu was fired from his job as a web developer at Gurgaon-based Starvik Design over the objectionable remarks. In a video posted by Starvik Design, Himanshu opens up about his situation, saying that he is being trolled on Instagram for the last two weeks and that it has reached his neighborhood.
Himanshu said that he regrets attending the show and making the remarks. He added that he improvised his dating story, seeing how others were sharing their stories. He maintained that he has always maintained good working relationships with his female colleagues and that he regrets saying those words on the show.
During the show, Himanshu said that he went on a date with a woman where he paid ₹370 for a plate of chicken biryani and therefore deserved a 'return' on his investment. He described how he debated taking the girl back to his room and eventually insisted that she accompany him to a 'dark' park.
Himanshu's employer, Starvik Design, posted a video of Himanshu explaining his side of the story, stating that they believe every situation deserves context, conversation, and clarity.
