Ranveer opens up on India's Got Latent Controversy

Popular YouTuber and content creator

Ranveer Allahbadia

, also known as BeerBiceps, has finally addressed the controversy surrounding India's Got Latent in his latest podcast episode. The discussion, featuring Buddhist monk Palga Rinpoche, marks his first public statement since the backlash. In an emotional revelation, Ranveer admitted that the controversy significantly impacted his

mental health

, leading many to suggest that he take a temporary break from

content creation

.
Mental health struggles amid the backlash
During the podcast, Ranveer shared that the ordeal had left him in deep reflection. "My mental health took a toll at that time... I was trying to be reflective, thinking about what else I have done wrong apart from that remark. I was doing meditation and trying to calm down," he said. He also revealed that his family was deeply affected by the situation, making it an even more challenging period for him.A period of

self-reflection

The YouTuber admitted that he is still processing the incident. "I kept asking myself, 'What just happened?’ So many losses, I hurt family members, and things that I had to endure," he explained. He acknowledged that he is still searching for answers but believes that learning from mistakes is key to growth. "The approach for transformation is to learn from mistakes and move forward... I will make Indians understand. My personal ambitions have taken a backseat," he added.
Support from friends and mentors
Despite the negative fallout, Ranveer said that the controversy also revealed the true nature of people around him. "I've understood the world a lot in these three weeks. And I don’t mean this in a negative way. When such situations arise, people's true character is revealed. I saw a lot of good in people too," he shared. He credited his close friends, mentors, and even strangers for reaching out to support him.
Choosing hard work over a break
While many suggested that he take a break from content creation for one to two years, Ranveer is determined to keep moving forward. "If I have to get out of this mess, it will also be through action and hard work," he stated.