Supreme Court Issues Notice on Ashish Chanchlani’s Plea Over FIRs on Obscenity Charges

Supreme Court Issues Notice on Ashish Chanchlani’s Plea Over FIRs in Obscenity Case

In a major legal battle, popular YouTuber Ashish Chanchlani has approached the Supreme Court to quash or transfer multiple FIRs filed against him over allegations of promoting obscenity. The controversy stems from a YouTube show titled ‘India’s Got Latent,’ which has sparked legal trouble for several influencers.

The Supreme Court, on Friday, issued a notice to Assam and Maharashtra in response to Chanchlani’s plea, seeking clarity on the matter.

Why Did Ashish Chanchlani Approach the Supreme Court?

Chanchlani moved the Supreme Court requesting that the FIR registered in Assam be either quashed or transferred to Mumbai. His argument is that an earlier FIR was already registered in Mumbai, making it legally appropriate for all cases to be clubbed together.

Key Points from the Case:

• The FIR in Assam was filed at the Cyber Police Station, Guwahati Crime Branch.
• Chanchlani contends that the Mumbai FIR (filed earlier) should take precedence.
• The Supreme Court has now issued notices to Assam and Maharashtra, seeking their responses.

Who Else is Involved in the Case?

Apart from Ashish Chanchlani, other prominent influencers have also been named in the FIR, including:

• Ranveer Allahbadia (BeerBiceps) – Considered the primary accused for his remarks on the show.
• Samay Raina – Comedian and host of the show where the remarks were made.
• Jaspreet Singh – Stand-up comedian and guest on the episode.
• Apoorva Mukhija – Content creator involved in the discussion.

Legal Developments So Far

• The Gauhati High Court had earlier granted interim bail to Chanchlani, allowing him 10 days to appear before the investigating officer.
• Chanchlani’s legal team argues that he did not make any controversial statements during the show and was being wrongfully implicated.
• The Supreme Court has tagged Chanchlani’s plea with that of Ranveer Allahbadia, who is facing similar allegations.
• The court has sought a response from the government regarding the broader issue of obscenity in social media content.

SC’s Strong Remarks on Social Media Content

During the hearing, the Supreme Court expressed concerns about inappropriate content on social media platforms. Justice Surya Kant strongly condemned the remarks made during the show, stating:

“The words used in the show are shameful. Parents, daughters, and society at large will feel embarrassed listening to such conversations.”

The Court also questioned whether the government intended to regulate obscenity in online content and called for the Attorney General and Solicitor General to be present in the next hearing.

Also read | Ranveer Allahbadia Controversy: FIR Filed Over India’s Got Latent Episode

What Happens Next?

• The Supreme Court will continue hearing the case and decide on the transfer or quashing of FIRs.
• The legal teams of all involved influencers will present their arguments in the upcoming sessions.
• A government response on regulating social media content is expected soon.

This case has sparked a larger debate on content responsibility among YouTubers and influencers. While Chanchlani seeks relief from multiple FIRs, the Supreme Court’s strong stance hints at stricter regulations on online content in the near future.

The next hearing will likely set a precedent for content creators and digital media regulations in India. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story!