Hyderabad: Standup comedian Daniel Fernandes canceled his show in Hyderabad, scheduled for June 29, due to safety concerns after receiving threats from BJP MLA T Raja Singh.
Details:
- The show was to take place at Heart Cup Coffee in Jubilee Hills as part of Fernandes’ tour for his new stand-up special, “Do You Know Who I Am?”
- The threats followed a viral video in which Fernandes made a joke about the Jain community, leading to controversy.
Fernandes’ Actions and Statement:
- Fernandes canceled the show citing the inability to guarantee the safety of his audience, crew, and himself.
- He announced the rescheduling of his Hyderabad shows due to the unrest caused by his previous video.
- Despite removing the offending video and issuing an apology, he continued to receive threats.
T Raja Singh’s Response:
- Singh posted a video threatening violence if the show proceeded, accusing Fernandes of making offensive remarks about Jains.
- He called on authorities to prevent the performance.
Tour Information:
- The canceled show was part of Fernandes’ comedy special tour, “Do You Know Who I Am?”
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