‘I Just Wanted to Make People Laugh,’ Samay Raina OPENS UP on India’s Got Latent Row, His Tweet Creates Stir

The India’s Got Latent controversy has taken a new turn as its host and creator, Samay Raina, has finally spoken out. The uproar began after a members-only episode of the show, featuring Ranveer Allahbadia, Ashish Chanchlani, Apoorva Makhija, and Jaspreet Singh, went viral for its explicit remarks. The backlash led to multiple FIRs, heated debates, and reactions from celebrities and politicians alike. Now, Samay Raina has addressed the issue for the first time.

Samay Raina Reacts to India's Got Latent Controversy

Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Samay Raina expressed his distress over the controversy and announced that he had taken down all India’s Got Latent episodes from his channel.

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Everything that is happening has been too much for me to handle. I have removed all Indias Got Latent videos from my channel. My only objective was to make people laugh and have a good time. I will fully cooperate with all agencies to ensure their inquiries are concluded fairly.…

— Samay Raina (@ReheSamay) February 12, 2025

In his post, he wrote: "Everything that is happening has been too much for me to handle. I have removed all India’s Got Latent videos from my channel. My only objective was to make people laugh and have a good time. I will fully cooperate with all agencies to ensure their inquiries are concluded fairly. Thank you."

Samay Raina’s Tweet Creates a Stir on Social Media

This marks the first time Samay Raina has directly addressed the issue since the outrage erupted. His tweet has created a stir on social media, with one user saying, "Arre bhai… many people watch prn also for having good fun… wo sab bhi shuru kar doge kya viral hone ke liye?"* Another commented, "Good if you realised it." A third user added, "We are very sorry, Samay. Freedom of speech doesn’t exist in our country." Meanwhile, a fourth wrote, "You should offer an apology in front of all of us…"

India’s Got Latent: A Viral Sensation Turned Controversial Show

From its launch, India’s Got Latent gained rapid popularity across platforms like YouTube, X, Instagram, and Reddit. The show’s mix of dark humor and unfiltered conversations quickly attracted a massive audience. However, it also faced criticism for its content, with many accusing it of pushing the boundaries of comedy too far.

The recent controversy stemmed from a members-only episode that featured explicit and sexually charged remarks, particularly by Ranveer Allahbadia and Apoorva Makhija. During the show, Ranveer Allahbadia's comments on sex sparked outrage, while Apoorva Makhija’s remarks about women’s private parts fueled further backlash. Clips from the episode quickly spread on social media, triggering a storm of criticism.

FIRs Filed, Political Reactions & Celebrities Speak Out

Following the viral backlash, multiple FIRs were lodged against Samay Raina, Ranveer Allahbadia, and other panelists. The controversy escalated into a political issue, with several public figures condemning the content and questioning the responsibility of influencers with large audiences.

Meanwhile, Bollywood and entertainment celebrities have also weighed in on the debate.

Reactions from Celebrities

• Imtiaz Ali (Filmmaker): “Obscenity is a bad subject, but people are immature, and we shouldn’t take their mistakes too seriously.”
• Manoj Bajpayee (Actor): “Young content creators need to observe and understand the environment around them.”
• Mika Singh (Singer): "The level of bad language was shocking. Even female participants were using abusive words. There should be some rules."
• Poonam Pandey (Actress): "Been reading so much about @BeerBicepsGuy… Bas karo yaar, galti ho gayi usse… Bacche ki jaan loge? Maaf kardo yaar."
• Vir Das (Comedian): "The audience can always debate good comedy. A good artist takes feedback and evolves."
• Jackky Bhagnani (Actor-Producer): "Ranveer Allahbadia’s comments were very wrong… I don’t support them at all."
• Rajiv Adatia (Reality Star): "Parents are our gods! Disgusted by what I saw!"

While some celebrities condemned the show, others defended the creators, arguing that comedy should have creative freedom.

With Samay Raina taking down all episodes and legal scrutiny increasing, the future of India’s Got Latent remains uncertain. The controversy has raised important discussions about the limits of comedy, the responsibility of digital creators, and the influence of social media-driven content.