Another Comedian in Target: Abhishek Upmanyu Takes Down X Account After Backlash Over ‘Yes’ Response to Tweet

New Delhi | April 30, 2025 – Abhishek Upmanyu, the stand-up sensation known for his sharp wit, has deactivated his X account after facing massive online backlash. The reason? A simple “Yes” reply to a tweet that many misinterpreted as supporting anti-India sentiments and the internet went wild.

The Trigger: A Controversial ‘Yes’

The controversy began when Abhijeet Iyer Mitra posted a provocative tweet about Pakistani women after the terror incident in Pahalgam. A Pakistani user responded to that tweet with harsh words, accusing Indian society of glorifying abuse as humor and calling India a “center of rapists.”

Surprisingly, Abhishek Upmanyu replied with a simple “Yes” to that response—an action that instantly drew widespread outrage. While some users interpreted his reaction as supporting the Pakistani user’s claims, others saw it as a lapse in judgment at a highly sensitive time for the country.

Context: The Pahalgam Attack

The incident comes in the wake of the Pahalgam terrorist attack that shook the nation on April 22. With 26 people dead and dozens injured, emotions are running high, and national sentiment is tense. Any perceived insensitivity, especially from public figures, is facing immediate and severe scrutiny.

Unnecessary Social Media Outrage: Is It Justified?

Within hours, users on X began expressing their disappointment. One wrote, “What nonsense, Abhishek Upmanyu! I feel ashamed to think you were one of the good ones.” Another questioned his stance bluntly: “How the hell can you agree with the tweet, dude?”

Accusations of being ‘unpatriotic’ and ‘insensitive’ flooded his profile. Some users also accused him of siding with “anti-national” sentiments during a time when national mourning and anger are running high over the loss of lives in Kashmir.

The outrage and criticism directed at Abhishek Upmanyu were clearly unjustified and unnecessary, blown out of proportion without any effort to understand context. A single-word response — ‘Yes’ — was hastily interpreted as a political stance, triggering instant vilification. Instead of seeking clarity or giving space for explanation, users rushed to label and condemn. This pattern of outrage without nuance reflects the increasingly reactionary nature of online discourse, where intent is often overlooked in favor of instant judgement.

Account Deactivated, But No Statement Yet

Without issuing any public clarification or apology, Abhishek Upmanyu quietly deactivated his account, leaving fans and critics speculating about his intentions. As of now, he has not made any public appearances or comments to address the backlash or explain the reason behind his reaction.

This marks a rare moment of controversy in Upmanyu’s otherwise clean public image. Known for his observational and often self-deprecating humor, the 34-year-old comic has previously steered clear of political or polarizing content on social media.