The Disturbing Normalization of Vulgarity in the Name of Freedom of Expression
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The growing uproar over the recent controversial remarks made by influencer Ranveer Allahabadia and other participants on the infamous India's Got Latent has painted new media and main stream media with red flags raised by a concerned public. Yet, it is appalling to see how some renowned journalists, media outlets as well as section of intellectuals are justifying or trivializing such vulgar, immoral, and unacceptable behavior. Cloaking their filthy contents and comments under the guise of democracy and freedom of expression is not only shameful but also sets a dangerous precedent for society.
Calling such deeply offensive and obscene remarks a mere "slip of the tongue" or "hate speech" only empowers such individuals to continue their antics. These actions aren’t just about crossing boundaries—they are a blatant disregard for decency and cultural values. It raises serious questions about how far people can go in the name of being “cool” or “trendy.”
Dear Indian journalists and so called liberal individuals, these currupt minds do not deserve a pass, let alone justification. They need more than legal action—they need to be held accountable by society as well. Perhaps if their parents had taught them better, they would have understood the basic value of respecting elders, especially their own parents. It’s become a disturbing trend for these self-proclaimed “cool” comedians to crack jokes about their parents or humiliate them in public. And now, they’ve taken it too far, completely crossing the boundaries of morality and cultural decency.
In Indian culture or in any civilised society parents are revered as divine—मातृ देवो भवः, पितृ देवो भवः This respect for parents isn’t just a cultural norm; it’s a moral foundation. Mocking or demeaning parents in public, especially for cheap laughs, isn’t comedy—it’s a reflection of the lack of values and accountability in their upbringing. It’s high time these individuals understood that freedom of speech comes with the responsibility of maintaining dignity, not degrading it.
What’s more alarming is the fact that such individuals are not only being followed by millions but they are also being honoured and rewarded by government of India itself! How does someone like Ekta Kapoor, infamous for creating regressive and controversial content, get a Padma Shri? How does someone like Sandeep Singh, whose history raises countless questions, receive state honors? And how does someone like Ranveer Allahabadia, known for his derogatory comments, get awarded as a “Youth Icon”? Adding to this, reports suggest that a woman kid Apoorva Mukhija, another individual involved in this controversy, has secured a government project. What message does this send? That vulgarity and disrespect are stepping stones to success?
These decisions seem less about merit and more about political maneuvering. It feels as though the entire system is catering to vote banks instead of standing for the values that truly inspire a nation. When politics and publicity take precedence over decency, the consequences are dire for society as a whole.
Let’s be clear: freedom of expression cannot and should not be used as a shield for degrading behavior. This is not about limiting creativity or silencing opinions—it’s about maintaining a baseline of respect and morality. These individuals might very well be the apple of the eye for some politicians, allowing them to escape the punishment they rightfully deserve. But society cannot turn a blind eye.
"In logon ke liye ek hi ilaaj hai—dhang se public mein kutaai! Jab tak aise logon ko unke kiye ka samajik jawaab nahi diya jaata, tab tak yeh apni hadd paar karte rahenge." Sometimes, the only solution for such behavior is collective accountability. If legal actions fail, public condemnation and strong societal backlash are the only ways to send a clear message.
After all, some lessons can only be learned the hard way.
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