Performing in Georgia on June 14, 2026, More Told the Audience He Feared They Would Not Accept Him, Then Thanked Them for Their Support

Comedian Pranit More broke down on stage during his first live show since the June 2026 backlash over a viral crowd-work clip involving a remark about ₹370 biryani, a leaked video shows. Performing in Georgia on June 14, 2026, More told the audience he feared they would not accept him, then thanked them for their support. He said he never pursued stand-up for fame or money, but to bring joy to others, and recalled his mother telling him that everyone makes mistakes and his behavior would show his regret.

The original controversy erupted after an audience member implied that spending ₹370 on chicken biryani on a date should lead to physical intimacy, drawing criticism that More did not challenge the comment. "Jab main stage pe aaya to mujhe laga ki kya ye log mujhe accept karenge. Mujhe bohot hi accha laga ki tum log bohot supportive the jo bhi cheezein huin uske baad bhi (When I came on stage, I wondered if these people would accept me. I felt really good that you all were so supportive, even after everything that happened)."