Ranveer Allahbadia Criticised after ‘Pak brothers & sisters’ Post; Deletes Later
YouTuber and content creator Ranveer Allahbadia has once again found himself in the midst of a controversy, this time after a now-deleted Instagram post that has sparked outrage among many. The post, which has since been deleted, was addressed to “Pakistani brothers and sisters” and saw Ranveer apologizing if any Pakistani felt that Indians were spreading hate. However, the apology was met with widespread criticism and condemnation on social media, with many calling for a boycott of his podcast.
The controversy surrounding Ranveer’s post began when he shared a message on his Instagram story, which read: “To all my Pakistani brothers and sisters, if any of you feel that we Indians are spreading hate, I’m sorry. If any of you feel that we’re not doing enough to promote peace, I’m sorry. If any of you feel that we’re not respecting your country, your flag, your people, I’m sorry.” The post was accompanied by a peace sign emoji, with Ranveer adding that he was “not perfect” and “not always right”, but was willing to apologize for any perceived wrongs.
However, the apology was met with widespread criticism and anger, with many taking to social media to express their outrage and disappointment. Some accused Ranveer of insulting the Armed Forces of India, while others felt that his apology was insincere and intended to gain attention. The hashtag #BoycottRanveerAllahbadia began trending on Twitter, with many calling for a boycott of his podcast and YouTube channel.
The backlash against Ranveer’s post was swift and intense, with many prominent figures in the Indian entertainment industry weighing in on the controversy. Actor and filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri, known for his strong views on nationalism, was one of the first to criticize Ranveer’s post, calling it “insulting” and “disrespectful” to the Indian Armed Forces. “Ranveer Allahbadia’s post is an insult to the Indian Armed Forces. He’s apologizing to Pakistanis for something that India hasn’t done. It’s a shame,” Agnihotri tweeted.
Other celebrities, including actor and comedian Rohan Joshi, also weighed in on the controversy, with Joshi calling Ranveer’s post “ridiculous” and “insincere”. “Ranveer Allahbadia’s apology to Pakistanis is ridiculous. It’s not about apologizing for hate speech, it’s about apologizing for existing. He’s apologizing for being Indian,” Joshi tweeted.
The controversy surrounding Ranveer’s post has led to widespread debate and discussion on social media, with many calling for a boycott of his podcast and YouTube channel. While some have defended Ranveer’s post, saying that he was simply trying to promote peace and understanding between India and Pakistan, others have criticized him for being tone-deaf and insensitive.
In the aftermath of the controversy, Ranveer’s post has been deleted, and he has not commented publicly on the issue. However, the backlash against him has been intense, with many calling for a boycott of his content and a re-examination of his values and beliefs. The controversy has also raised questions about the role of social media influencers and celebrities in promoting peace and understanding between nations.
As the controversy surrounding Ranveer’s post continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how the situation will play out. Will Ranveer’s apology be enough to placate his critics, or will the backlash against him continue to intensify? Only time will tell.
