The Rise and Fall of Shan Prashar: A Social Media Story Told in Tables

Shan Prashar—also known as Shantanu Prasher or Shaan Parashar Patel—is a well-known Indian YouTuber, podcaster, and digital creator. Famous for his brutally honest roasts, Bollywood reviews, and cultural critiques, Shan has carved a niche among Gen Z audiences who admire his unfiltered commentary.

But alongside fame comes controversy. Over the years, he has faced repeated accusations of misogyny, elitism, and hypocrisy, which has left his career in a fragile state.

As of September 2025, Shan remains active on YouTube and podcasts, though his engagement has declined compared to his 2023 peak. Admirers call him a “truth-teller,” while critics brand him a “toxic misogynist.” This updated profile covers his early life, YouTube stats, controversies, and business ventures, along with his future prospects in 2025.

Early Life and Background

• Full Name: Shantanu Prasher (aliases: Shan Prashar, Shaan Parashar Patel)

• Date of Birth: January 21, 1992 (Age 33 in 2025, Aquarius)

• Hometown: Yamuna Nagar, Haryana, India

• Education & Career Start: Began as a features writer with Times of India before co-creating the viral MensXP Honest Reviews series.

• Base of Operations: Ahmedabad, Gujarat (with ties to Delhi-NCR and Canada).

• Personal Interests: Fitness, Bollywood criticism, podcasts.

Shan’s transition from mainstream journalism to YouTube reflects a growing trend of Indian creators who turned digital platforms into full-time careers.

YouTube Performance & Stats (2025 Update)

Shan runs his main channel @ShanPrasher, focusing on:

• Honestly Saying: Opinion

• Honestly Saying: Reviews

• Short-form content and podcasts

Despite controversies, his subscriber base continues to grow slowly.

Metric	Peak (2023)	Current (Sept 2025)	Notes
Subscribers	~850K	~950K (1.1M total with shorts)	Growth slowed but steady
Total Views	150M+	~220M+	Legacy engagement strong
Monthly Views	10M+	4–6M	Dropped due to boycotts
Upload Rate	2–3/week	1–2/week	Lower activity
Content Tone	Aggressive roasts	Balanced reviews	Shift after backlash

Revenue (2025 estimates):

• $150K–$300K annually (down 40% from 2023 peak)

• Monetization sources: ads, podcasts, brand tie-ups (now fewer due to backlash)

Career Timeline

• 2019–2021 (Rise): Viral roasts, fitness vlogs, MensXP collaborations → 500K subs.

• 2022–2023 (Peak): Explosive growth; 850K subs, 10M monthly views; featured in Quora “underrated creators” lists.

• 2023–2024 (Shift): Left MensXP; launched Honestly Saying podcast. Feuds with influencers.

• 2024–2025 (Backlash Era): Criticized for sexism and hypocrisy; brand deals dropped; subreddit threads amplified criticism.

• 2025 (Present): Active but niche. Exploring finance & tech LLPs in Gujarat.

Controversies Surrounding Shan Prashar

Shan’s career has been dominated by controversies—a mix of unverified claims, online spats, and alleged lawsuits.

1. Accusations of Sexism – Gendered insults in roasts; body-shaming remarks; backlash for reviews of Animal, Bulbul, and Triptii Dimri roles.

2. Hypocrisy Allegations – Criticized Bollywood elitism but mocked small creators; flip-flopping reviews sparked “hypocrite” label.

3. Legal Notice by Mukesh Khanna (April 2025) – Over a roast video mocking his Shaktimaan legacy. Case unresolved.

4. Plastic Surgery Mockery – Targeted creators like Kusha Kapila; backlash on Reddit.

5. Reality TV & Bollywood Wives Roasts – Slammed as “misogynistic” in 2025.

6. Alleged Physical Attack (Unverified, early 2025) – Claimed assault, but no FIR or police record.

7. Boycotts & Social Media Backlash – Brands distanced; collaborations dropped 70%.

Public Perception

• Supporters (30–40%): Loyal fans, especially young men, admire his “truth-telling.”

• Critics (50%): View him as sexist and toxic, call for deplatforming.

• Neutral (20%): Casual watchers, skip drama but enjoy reviews.

• Brands: Avoid partnerships due to reputational risk.

Overall sentiment in 2025: 60% negative.

Business Ventures

To reduce reliance on YouTube, Shan launched finance/tech firms under the name Shaan Parashar Patel:

• Shaan Patel Asset Management LLP – Asset management (Dec 2024, Ahmedabad).

• Shaan Patel Algo and Research LLP – Algorithmic trading & research (June 2025, Ahmedabad).

These ventures suggest a shift toward finance entrepreneurship.

Final Assessment (2025 Outlook)

Criteria	Current Status (2025)
Cultural Influence	Moderate; still relevant in Bollywood roast niche
Ethical Standing	Weak; sexism allegations dominate
Career Stability	Fragile; income dipped 40%
Legal Status	Pending (Mukesh Khanna case)
Future Potential	Could reach 1M subs by 2026 if controversies fade

Conclusion

Shan Prashar’s story reflects the double-edged sword of Indian digital fame: a rise fueled by unfiltered honesty, followed by backlash for crossing boundaries.

In 2025, he stands at a crossroads—pivoting toward finance ventures and balanced reviews, yet still haunted by past controversies. Whether he rebrands successfully or fades into irrelevance will depend on his ability to adapt, rebuild trust, and diversify beyond YouTube.