Comedy Controversy: Kunal Kamra's 'Naya Bharat' Sparks Legal Battle

Comedian Kunal Kamra was granted interim anticipatory bail by the Madras High Court due to his controversial remarks on Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister, Eknath Shinde. Kamra was unable to secure bail in Maharashtra and feared arrest. His show, 'Naya Bharat', sparked public backlash, vandalism, and legal challenges.

The Madras High Court has temporarily shielded comedian Kunal Kamra from arrest, granting him interim anticipatory bail amidst legal proceedings over his remarks targeting Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister, Eknath Shinde.

Kamra's contentious stand-up performance, 'Naya Bharat,' which hit the stage at Mumbai's Habitat Comedy Club, has ignited a fervent backlash, leading to vandalism and legal adversity.

Finding himself unable to secure bail in Maharashtra and fearing escalation of threats, Kamra approached the Madras High Court, arguing the baselessness of the claims against him while asserting his willingness to cooperate with police investigations.

(With inputs from agencies.)