The Gauhati High Court’s decision on his bail application could set an important precedent for digital creators facing legal issues in India.
GUWAHATI: Ashish Chanchlani has approached the Gauhati High Court for anticipatory bail following India’s Got Latent controversy. His legal team filed the plea, arguing that he should be granted protection from arrest as the case against him lacks substantial grounds.
The controversy erupted after allegations surfaced against India’s Got Latent, a YouTube show that gained immense traction online. Several complaints accused the show of misleading its audience and violating content guidelines.
Chanchlani, who was invited as a guest in one of the show’s episodes, has been facing legal scrutiny ever since. Sources close to the YouTuber claim he had a limited role in the show’s production and was not involved in any decision-making that could have led to these allegations.
Legal experts believe Chanchlani’s petition for anticipatory bail indicates his concern over possible custodial interrogation. His lawyers argue that arresting him would be unjustified, as he has cooperated with authorities. They also claim that his involvement in India’s Got Latent was purely professional and did not include any managerial or operational authority over the show.
Meanwhile, Chanchlani has remained silent on the matter, refraining from making any public statements. His legal representatives insist that he has always followed ethical content practices and should not be subjected to undue harassment.
The Gauhati High Court’s decision on his bail application could set an important precedent for digital creators facing legal issues in India.
