New Delhi (India) June 10: Himanshu Jangra the Gurugram-based web developer who went viral just days ago for a deeply problematic remark during comedian Pranit More's show was fired by his employer after widespread backlash across social media.

The ₹370 Biryani statement triggered outrage after the clip of the incident was widely shared on social media and deemed offensive and backward by users on various platforms. Various influencers jumped into the controversy and questioned both audience members and the way it was handled. 

Dolly Singh React to Viral Controversy

Dolly Singh shared a lengthy note on social media addressing all male comedians and content creators.

She said, "If you can act all mature, open-minded, women-respecting (saying you're a feminist ally would be a stretch) in your sets and overall media footprint, please at least try to act the same performative act in your crowdwork and Instagram too!”

She added, "Of course there are many misogynistic pieces of s* male creators/comics; what can we even say to them? But those who are at least nice (main toh performative hi bolungi vaise), I request you please bring it to your audience interactions too, online or offline.”

Date Conversation Turns Controversial

The trouble started when Jangra during the interaction with comedian Pranit on stage spoke about a particular date, claiming that he spent Rs 370 for a portion of chicken biryani. 

He later implied that since he paid for the meal he must expect something in return from her. The comments which many people interpret as sexually suggestive became viral across all social media platforms and the criticism against him snowballed.

After the clip went viral, thousands of users condemned Jangra's comments calling out his entitlement issues for expecting anything in return simply for paying for dinner. 

Viral Biryani Comment Leads to Termination

Jangra's employer Gurugram-based branding and social media company Starvik Design received a large number of messages from users asking them to take action against him.

Founder Vivek Vishwakarma addressed the controversy via a video, stating that the remarks did not align with the company's ethos and also acknowledged the issue began to have a negative impact on the office itself. According to him the dispute moved beyond just comments made after office hours. 

The outrage surrounding the controversy had started to negatively affect its employees, clients and the overall working environment thus a decision to separate from Jangra was made. The decision by the company was applauded by users on social media. 

Pranit More Issues Public Apology

Pranit More also posted an apology on Instagram regarding the same. He wrote, "I've seen the criticism regarding a recent crowdwork clip. The comments made by the audience member do not reflect my views. Looking back, I should have challenged the remark instead of laughing and moving on. That was a lapse in judgement on my part.”