If you’re online, you might have seen Lakshay Chaudhary talk about an old clip. He made a comment about Danish Zehen years ago. This sparked a lot of talk. Lakshay recently shared a video explaining himself.
He said he was young and impulsive back then. He didn’t think things through. He wants to move past those old comments.
After his video, people started making memes about him. They compared his online comments to his real-life actions. Some even teased him for not living up to his bold words. But Lakshay was clear: he’s grown up since then.
He pointed out that people change with time. Acknowledging past mistakes is part of growing up.
Lakshay’s story made me think of my own past. In 2020-21, I thought dark humor was cool. I even made jokes about sensitive topics to seem trendy. Once, I joked about a meme related to a deceased person, thinking it was harmless.
My sister overheard me and was furious. She asked how I would feel if someone made such jokes about a loved one. That conversation made me reflect deeply. I realized how insensitive such behavior was.
This makes me wonder: are we taking dark humor too far? It’s okay to laugh at clever jokes. But making fun of someone who has passed away or using their name for clout is not okay. Danish Zehen, for example, was a positive influencer, but some use his name for attention.
This not only disrespects his legacy but also makes these individuals dependent on someone else’s identity for recognition.
As a community, we need to be more empathetic. It’s fine to share memes and jokes. But they should not be at the expense of someone’s dignity, especially those who are no longer with us. Let’s think twice before engaging in or supporting such behavior.
And to the creators and fans out there, remember that building your identity on respect and authenticity is far more rewarding than relying on someone else’s name.
