Popular stand-up comedian Abhishek Upmanyu has deactivated his X (formerly Twitter) account after receiving strong backlash online. The controversy began when he replied “Yup” to a post made by a Pakistani user that criticized Indians. This happened shortly after the tragic terror attack in Pahalgam, where 26 people lost their lives.
Abhishek Upmanyu Deletes X Account After Backlash
The post by the Pakistani user claimed that Indians deserve the racism they face in Western countries. It also mocked Indian culture by linking it with offensive behavior. Abhishek’s one-word reply seemed to agree with the statement, which angered many people across social media platforms.
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Many users called him out for his insensitive response, especially during a time of national mourning. Some of his fans were deeply disappointed and expressed their anger through strong comments. People shared screenshots of the post and demanded an explanation or apology from the comedian.
Soon after the backlash, Abhishek’s account became inactive. He did not give any public statement before deactivating. It appears he chose to step away from social media to avoid more criticism.
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Interestingly, the original post by the Pakistani user has also become unavailable in India. According to a notice on X, the account was withheld in response to a legal demand. This added more fuel to the discussion online, as many questioned how and why such content was being spread.
Abhishek Upmanyu is one of India’s most well-known comedians and has a large following. This is the first major controversy he has faced in his career. While some people continue to criticize him, others believe he might not have intended to cause harm and are waiting to hear his side.
