Stand-up comedian Madhur Virli recently stirred controversy after making jokes about fellow comedians Anubhav Singh Bassi and Harsh Gujral, referring to them as homosexuals during a performance. The clip, which was shared by Madhur himself on Instagram, has received mixed reactions from viewers.
Madhur Virli calls Bassi & Gujral gay
In the video, Madhur is seen engaging the audience with a promise to reveal the "truth" about Bassi and Gujral. He says:“People are so scared in our society. Let me tell you the truth. There are some comics in Delhi who are gay but are unable to come out. Have you heard of Anubhav Singh Bassi? Bassi is gay. Yes. What do you think he does with four of his friends after drinking alcohol at night?”
However, Madhur quickly clarified that his comment was made in jest, adding:“I am just joking, Bassi is not gay.”
The comedian then brought Harsh Gujral into the bit, saying:“Do you know about Harsh Gujral? Harsh is gay. It is true.”
In the caption of the video, Madhur humorously claimed:“Update: Bassi & Harsh are dating each other 🤯.”
Online Reactions to Madhur Virli’s Comments
The video drew a range of reactions online. While some viewers found the content humorous, others criticized Madhur for making jokes about someone’s sexuality.
One user commented,“Bhai tu duniya ke sabhi londo ka naam le le, lekin yaar bhai Harsh ka naam badnam na kar 😢.” Another remarked, “This reel wasn’t comedy—it was a soft launch for Delhi’s first gay roast battle.”
Who Are Anubhav Bassi and Harsh Gujral?
Anubhav Singh Bassi is one of the most popular stand-up comedians in India. He made his acting debut in 2023 alongside Ranbir Kapoor in 'Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar.
Harsh Gujral has been a prominent figure in the Indian comedy scene for several years and recently made his acting debut in the film Meri Husband Ki Biwi (2024).