Mumbai-based doctor Sejal Pawar has found herself in the centre of a national social media debate after a video clip of comedian Pranit More’s crowd-work show went viral online. This came at a time when the now-famous “Rs 370 ki biryani” comment from comedian Pranit More’s crowd-work show has been widely discussed about consent, misogyny, and accountability in comedy spaces.
Sejal Pawar is of a medical background and has a growing profile on social media, and internet users circulated a video of her making comments about male cadavers while in a conversation at Pranit More's show. Many said her comments were insensitive and inappropriate, especially given her medical background.
The controversy came at a time when comedian Pranit More was already under fire for another viral audience interaction. In that earlier incident, an audience member commented on a date that has caused much criticism, some calling it a “Rs 370 ki biryani” comment (a term that is a joke on date) and others a sexist one. That episode was just the first example of what is meant by comedy and what comedy is to do when people make controversial comments in the middle of a live show.
When older clips from the same show were discussed, Sejal Pawar's comments spread on social media. Some questioned whether Pawar’s comments are in line with medical professionals’ ethical practices and work with human remains in education and clinical contexts. Pawar became one of the most viewed names on the Internet as soon as the video went viral.
मिलिए डॉ॰ सेजल पवार से, जिन्होंने आरजे प्रणित के लाइव कॉमेडी शो (क्राउडवर्क) में "डेड बॉडी जोक" पर विवाद के बाद अपना माफीनामा जारी किया l
— Vishal Mohan Yadav (@VishalMYadav_) June 11, 2026
जब प्रणित ने उनसे मेडिकल प्रोफेशन को लेकर सवाल किए, तो डॉ. सेजल ने हंसते हुए बताया,
वे और उनके साथी डॉक्टर्स मेडिकल की पढ़ाई के लिए आने… pic.twitter.com/zLLJP0sRGY
After the public outcry, Sejal Pawar apologised publicly and expressed regret for the remarks and acknowledged viewers’ concerns. She said the comments were made during a comedy-show environment and meant no harm. But she also made clear that the comments hurt feelings and was sorry to those who felt they did and apologised to them.
But the apology did not end the conversation. Social media users were split; some accepted her explanation, while others said the problem was a reflection of much bigger concerns about professionalism and sensitivity. The discussion transcended the specific incident and grew into the larger discourse about ethical behaviour, public accountability, and how professionals should behave in public forums.
The controversy has intensified the scrutiny of content from crowd-work comedy shows in general. Several clips from Pranit More's performances have since gone viral, and people who think some comments crossed the boundaries of acceptable have been criticised.
Sejal pawar doctor by profession talking about how she and her friends make fun of dead bodies about their dick size and made several nasty comments about male reproductive organ pic.twitter.com/q7rfQoi6DJ
— Aarohi (@hamlakroo) June 10, 2026
The incident also illustrates how quickly social media can turn a relatively unknown person into a national conversation point. Sejal Pawar’s name has since become one of the top-searched topics on the Web, and thousands have been debating her comments, professional obligations, and apology. As the conversation goes on, the episode shows us that viral content can lead to larger discussions on ethics, humour, accountability, and the responsibilities of being public.
For now, Sejal Pawar’s apology is the latest step in a debate that continues to dominate social media. The debate will not die down, and the wider conversation around standards in professional and entertainment will be forthcoming, but it has certainly become one of the most talked-about online controversies of the week.
