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NDTV
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Ranveer Allahbadia Reveals Diamond Play Button After Hitting 10 Million YouTube Subscribers: "Dream Big"
YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia, known as BeerBiceps, shared a video on Instagram showcasing his YouTube Diamond Play Button, awarded for reaching 10 million subscribers. The video highlighted his decade-long journey, featuring memorable moments, the struggles along the way and podcast episodes with notable Indian personalities. The celebratory video traced his 10-year journey as a content creator. From humble beginnings to podcasting with India's top names, the video chronicled his rise. In a proud moment, he unveiled the Diamond Play Button from beneath a tablecloth, a long-awaited symbol of success. He captioned it, "A kid from Wadala dreamt of this day. Dream BIG. Thank you for the last 10 years." Watch the video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ranveer Allahbadia (@beerbiceps) The clip also touched upon the recent controversy surrounding Ranveer Allahbadia's appearance on comedian Samay Raina's show 'India's Got Talent'. During the show, Allahbadia made remarks that sparked widespread outrage and prompted severe criticism. His remarks on the show were deemed obscene and vulgar, and multiple FIRS were filed against him across the country. The Supreme Court intervened, granting Allahbadia interim protection from arrest but criticising his comments as "vulgar" and "embarrassing to society". The court later allowed him to resume his podcast, provided he maintains "morality and decency" in his content. Allahbadia issued a public apology, calling his remarks a "lapse of judgment" and promising to use his platform more responsibly. In another post, he showcased his YouTube awards - Silver, Gold, and Diamond Play Buttons - with a humble caption: "easy". View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ranveer Allahbadia (@beerbiceps) Ranveer Allahbadia, popularly known as BeerBiceps, is a popular Indian YouTuber, podcaster, and entrepreneur. He has built a massive following by creating content around fitness, fashion, finance, motivation, and self-development, resonating with the Indian youth. Allahbadia's achievements include being featured in Forbes Asia's 30 under 30 in 2022 and winning several awards for his content. He hosts "The Ranveer Show", India's top-ranked podcast on Spotify, featuring influential personalities. As the co-founder of Monk Entertainment and founder of BeerBiceps Media World Private Limited, Allahbadia has established himself as a successful entrepreneur.
Hindustan Times
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Ranveer Allahbadia unveils YouTube Diamond Play Button after India's Got Latent row: 'A kid from Wadala dreamt...'
YouTuber and podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia, popularly known as BeerBiceps, took to his official Instagram account on Saturday to unveil his YouTube Diamond Play Button—a award given to creators who cross 10 million subscribers. The video chronicled his 10-year journey on the platform, capturing moments from his beginnings to podcast episodes with some of India's most influential personalities. (Also read: Ranveer Allahbadia returns to social media after India's Got Latent row, promises more responsible podcast) The clip also acknowledged the recent controversy surrounding Allahbadia's appearance on comedian Samay Raina's show India's Got Latent, where his remarks sparked widespread outrage. In the video, Allahbadia is seen unveiling the Diamond Play Button from beneath a draped cloth, symbolising a long-awaited moment of triumph. He captioned the video: 'A kid from Wadala dreamt of this day... Dream BIG. Thank you for the last 10 years.' Check out the clip here: A post shared by Ranveer Allahbadia (@beerbiceps) In another Instagram post featuring three images, Allahbadia posed with all his YouTube accolades, including the Silver, Gold, and Diamond Play Buttons. This post was simply captioned: 'easy.' Take a look here at the post: A post shared by Ranveer Allahbadia (@beerbiceps) Earlier, the Supreme Court provided major relief to the creator by ordering the release of his passport, which had been confiscated following the backlash from his controversial remarks on India's Got Latent. The court permitted him to approach the Maharashtra Cyber Crime Bureau for its return, allowing him to resume international travel for professional commitments. Shortly after the court's decision, Allahbadia posted a update from the airport with a suitcase in hand. He wrote, 'Passport mil gaya guys (have got my passport back guys),' and also shared a screenshot of the Supreme Court's directive. Another image showed him relaxing in business class, evidently enjoying his freedom to travel again. Check out the post here: A post shared by Ranveer Allahbadia (@beerbiceps) In February, Allahbadia faced serious backlash after making a remark during an episode of India's Got Latent, which featured influencers Apoorva Mukhija and Ashish Chanchlani. Although the audience and guests laughed it off at the time, the clip sparked outrage among social media users and political figures. Several FIRs were filed against the show's creators and participants. Allahbadia later posted an apology video on X, admitting, 'The comment was not just inappropriate, but also not funny.' He also submitted a written apology to the National Commission for Women.
Business Insider
30-04-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
Business Insider's YouTube channel surpasses 10 million subscribers, earning a Diamond Play Button
We are thrilled to share that Business Insider's YouTube channel has been awarded the platform's coveted Diamond Play Button, which is presented to creators who surpass 10 million subscribers. Video is at the heart of how we bring Business Insider's journalism to life and is a growing focus for the company. Reaching 10 million subscribers on one of our YouTube channels — and 36 million across all of them — is a testament to the strong journalism and storytelling coming from Business Insider's video team, and the growing demand for insightful coverage on the forces shaping the world. We're proud to deliver stories that inform, challenge, and inspire our global audiences. This news comes on the heels of winning two 2025 Webby Awards, and is a noteworthy milestone for Business Insider's video team. In 2024, Business Insider's YouTube videos garnered more than 12 billion minutes of watch time. Most importantly, reaching so many people allows us to have an impact in the real world. Our documentaries have shaped laws, brought visibility to dying businesses, and called attention to countless issues behind industries. The Diamond Play Button recognition adds to our growing list of honors for Business Insider's video journalism. We've won National Magazine Award, multiple 2024 Digiday Video and TV Awards, Edward R. Murrow Awards, and New York Emmys.
