In a shocking incident in Maharashtra’s Solapur district, stand-up comedian Pranit More was allegedly attacked by a group of 10 to 12 people who were reportedly upset over his jokes about actor Veer Pahariya. The police have registered a case against the assailants, an official confirmed.
Pahariya, grandson of former Maharashtra Chief Minister Sushilkumar Shinde, recently made his Bollywood debut in the action drama film Sky Force. More's jokes during his performance on Sunday reportedly did not sit well with certain individuals in the audience, leading to a violent altercation after the show.
According to a complaint lodged by the owner of the restaurant where More performed, the comedian was brutally assaulted. A statement posted on More’s Instagram account described the attack, claiming that he was repeatedly punched and kicked, leaving him injured.
Following the social media post, Solapur police summoned More to record his statement regarding the incident. However, he has yet to appear before the authorities, an official said on Wednesday. Despite this, the police have gone ahead and registered a case based on the restaurant owner's complaint.
The incident has sparked outrage, with many in the stand-up comedy community condemning the attack and emphasizing the importance of artistic freedom. As the investigation continues, authorities are working to identify and take action against those responsible for the assault.