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Ashish Chanchlani Apologizes After Backlash Over Italy Video

The YouTuber apologized after deleting the clip, saying it was scripted with permission.

Overview

  • He faced criticism for a now-deleted video from a speedboat in Italy in which he used derogatory Hindi remarks about an Italian man.
  • Fellow creator Rajat reposted the clip, condemned the behavior given Chanchlani’s large audience, and questioned any claimed permission to film.
  • Chanchlani removed the video from his social accounts following the online outcry.
  • In a follow-up note, he said everyone featured had agreed to be filmed, described the segment as scripted, and stated the woman shown was part of his team.
  • He issued an apology, acknowledging the video could be seen as promoting unruly behavior, as debate over influencer responsibility and cultural sensitivity continued.