Comedian Swati Sachdeva Faces Backlash Over Viral Joke

March 31, 2025 – Stand-up comedian Swati Sachdeva has sparked controversy after a clip from her recent YouTube episode went viral. In the video, she jokes about her mother discovering her vibrator, leading to heated discussions online about the boundaries of humor, especially when it involves family.

Viral Clip Triggers Debate

The video, uploaded to Sachdeva’s YouTube channel eight days ago, is from her episode titled Family First. In the clip, she humorously narrates how her mother, trying to be a “cool mom,” found the device and initiated an awkward conversation. During her set, Sachdeva joked, “I was convinced my mom was about to ask me to lend her the vibrator. She started calling it a gadget, a toy. I was like, ‘I swear, Mom, it belongs to Dad.’ She replied, ‘Don’t be ridiculous; I know his taste.’”

Despite a disclaimer in the video warning about strong language and mature humor, the joke has received mixed reactions from viewers.

Public Reaction Divided

The clip has ignited a debate on social media, with some defending Sachdeva’s bold comedic style while others criticize her for making inappropriate jokes involving her parents.

One user on X (formerly Twitter) questioned, “Is this what stand-up comedy has become? Just vulgar jokes?” Another asked, “If Ranveer and Samay are facing legal trouble for their jokes, will Swati be next?”

Some critics went further, calling her “shameless” and accusing her of using vulgarity for attention. Others described her stand-up as “one of the most cringe-worthy performances ever.”

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Comedians Under Growing Scrutiny

Sachdeva’s controversy follows recent backlash against Indian YouTubers Ranveer Allahbadia and Samay Raina, who faced criticism for their content. Raina was recently questioned by the Maharashtra Cyber Police after multiple complaints accused him of creating obscene material.

The outrage against them began when a clip from Allahbadia’s appearance on Raina’s YouTube show, India’s Got Latent, went viral. In the video, Allahbadia asked a contestant an inappropriate question, leading to widespread condemnation and legal complaints. Both later apologized, but the incident reignited discussions about where to draw the line in comedy.

The Debate: Comedy vs. Ethics

The controversy surrounding comedians in India has raised a larger debate—should stand-up comedians have complete creative freedom, or should there be limits to what they joke about? While some argue that comedy is meant to push boundaries and challenge norms, others believe certain topics, such as family relationships, should remain off-limits.

As criticism against Sachdeva continues, the incident has fueled discussions on whether public backlash could lead to tighter restrictions on comedians in the future.