The controversy surrounding comedian Pranit More’s viral ₹370 biryani crowd-work clip refuses to die down. As outrage continues to grow across social media, actress and model Poonam Pandey has become the latest celebrity to condemn the remarks made during the stand-up show. Joining a growing list of public figures, including Ayesha Khan, Rashami Desai, Kusha Kapila, Sakshi Shivdasani, Elvish Yadav, and the late Irrfan Khan’s wife Sutapa Sikdar, Poonam Pandey strongly criticised both Pranit More and Himanshu Jangra, the audience member whose comments triggered the controversy.
Poonam Pandey
Poonam Pandey Reacts to the Viral ₹370 Biryani Remark
Poonam Pandey shared a video on her Instagram account expressing her anger over the mindset reflected in the viral clip. Without holding back, she questioned how a woman could be reduced to a transaction over the cost of a meal. In the video, Poonam said, “Brother, what is going on in the market? When I heard the story about the ₹370 biryani… wow! What a mindset you have.” The actress went on to speak about the importance of respecting women and understanding the concept of consent.
Poonam Pandey
Poonam’s strongest reaction came when she drew a comparison to the cost of menstrual hygiene products. She stated, “Let me tell you something. We women… we get periods every month. We buy pads for our periods. You know what? Those period pads actually cost more than ₹370, pads that we use and then throw away. Watch your tongue. You are talking about women.” Her remarks quickly gained traction online, with many users praising her for addressing the issue in a blunt and relatable manner.
Pranit More
The controversy began during one of Pranit More’s live crowd-work comedy shows in Gurugram. During an interaction with the audience, Himanshu Jangra, a 22-year-old web developer, narrated an anecdote about going on a date with a woman and spending ₹370 on chicken biryani. According to the now-deleted viral clip, Himanshu implied that he expected something in return for the amount he had spent and spoke about trying to recover the money through a sexual encounter.
Himanshu Jangra
As the story unfolded, Pranit More laughed and described it as, “Peak Gurugram content.” The comedian also awarded Himanshu prize money during the show, a move that further intensified criticism once the video surfaced online. Poonam Pandey’s reaction comes amid mounting backlash from the entertainment industry. Several celebrities have publicly criticised the incident and questioned the role of comedians in amplifying problematic narratives.