Indian Podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia's Controversial Comments on Hitler Spark Backlash on Social Media

A controversial statement made by popular Indian podcaster, Ranveer Allahbadia, during an episode of his widely popular show, "The Ranveer Show", has drawn ire from social media users. In the episode titled "World War 2 – Abhijit Chavda On Hitler, Conspiracies & Untold Outcomes," Ranveer commented, “Hitler was an evil man, but who isn't." While the statement was made in the context of discussing the atrocities committed during World War 2, it was widely criticised by social media users who accused the podcaster of insensitivity and trivialising one of the darkest periods of human history.

Ranveer's comments have sparked significant backlash on social media, with many users calling out the podcaster for his remarks. Some users have highlighted the need for public figures to be mindful of the impact of their words and actions on others, particularly on sensitive and contentious issues like World War 2.

The incident has reignited the debate about the power and responsibility of public figures in shaping public opinion and discourse. While it is important to have open and frank discussions about sensitive issues, it is equally important to be mindful of how our words and actions can impact others, particularly those who have been affected by historical injustices and trauma.

While Ranveer's comments may have been well-intentioned, they have undoubtedly caused hurt and offence to many people.

What is your take on this?

Watch ‘On Adolf Hitler' Segment of the ‘World War 2 – Abhijit Chavda On Hitler, Conspiracies & Untold Outcomes' Podcast Here

Here are some of the reactions on Twitter:

hey cancel culture, please work your magic on Ranveer Allahbadia.
It's gone too far now... @TwitterSafety #CancelCulture pic.twitter.com/9eZA6Rd5GK

— Maria (@askmaria_) April 13, 2023

The tragedy is that these are fed to youth with impressionable minds at a time when they have abandoned reading !

So much of influenza crap going on for long. https://t.co/LC63BOx8X0

— Kumar Manish (@kumarmanish9) April 13, 2023

Still can't get over this. Man really said "Hitler is evil but who isn't". What an utterly irresponsible thing to say in an utterly irresponsible video. Not to mention highly insensitive. @BeerBicepsGuy you should be ashamed. Go read up on what happened in the camps https://t.co/mNczXZJPZa

— Abhimanyu Bose (@bose_abhimanyu) April 13, 2023