Ranveer Allahbadia, better known as BeerBiceps, is currently facing a wave of criticism following his controversial remarks on comedian Samay Raina’s YouTube show, India’s Got Latent. These remarks have led to a significant public backlash, triggering numerous complaints against not just Allahbadia, but also against Samay Raina and other judges who appeared on the episode in question. Despite the apologies issued by Allahbadia, where he described his comments as a “lapse in judgement,” the uproar surrounding the incident shows no signs of dying down.
Allahbadia, a well-known influencer and podcaster, is no stranger to controversy. However, this particular incident has garnered more attention due to its fallout on his popularity and online presence. His digital career, built on the back of his podcast where he interviews a range of prominent figures, is now under scrutiny, as many social media users have voiced their displeasure. Critics are holding Allahbadia accountable for his behavior, and as a result, his follower count has taken a hit on multiple platforms.
As of now, Allahbadia’s YouTube channel, BeerBiceps, boasts an impressive 8.27 million subscribers, while his personal channel under his own name has surpassed the 10 million mark. On Instagram, his personal account has 3.4 million followers, and his BeerBiceps profile has around 4.4 million followers. These numbers reflect his strong social media presence, but the recent events have started to erode that influence.
According to data from Qoruz, an influencer marketing platform, the consequences of the controversy are evident in Allahbadia’s follower count. Over the past five days, he has reportedly lost over 8,000 followers across his Instagram profiles. More specifically, his BeerBiceps account has seen a decrease of around 4,200 followers, while his personal account has witnessed a drop of approximately 4,150 followers. This shift in his social media landscape comes in the wake of his controversial remarks, which have left many questioning his online persona.
Further reports suggest that the loss isn’t confined to just Instagram. Allahbadia’s YouTube channels.