Popular stand-up comedian Samay Raina will soon return to the stage with his new comedy show, marking his first major performance in India after months of controversy surrounding his previous project, “India’s Got Latent.” Performing recently in Delhi, Samay opened up about the intense backlash and legal troubles he faced following the show’s release and how the experience took a toll on his mental health and personal life. Despite the challenges, the comedian reassured fans that he isn’t backing down, promising, “I will bring the show back.”
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Samay Raina To Bring Back His Show
During his live performance, Samay Raina shared emotional insights into how the controversy surrounding India’s Got Latent affected him personally. According to DNA, the comedian spoke candidly about his childhood, friendships, family, and the pressures of being in the public eye. He admitted that the backlash, criticism, and multiple FIRs filed against him had deeply impacted his mental health. However, his honesty and humor while addressing these issues were met with applause from the audience.
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Samay also shed light on the challenges faced by comedians in India, saying that many artists choose to stay silent or withdraw due to the fear of criticism, trolling, or legal action. “We live in a time where a joke can turn into a controversy overnight,” he said, adding that comedy should be seen as an art form, not a crime. Samay Raina’s digital show India’s Got Latent had become the talk of the internet shortly after its release. The show featured several well-known online personalities, including Ranveer Allahbadia, Ashish Chanchlani, and Apurva Makhija.
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The controversy erupted after Ranveer Allahbadia asked a sensitive question about parents to one of the contestants, which many viewers found inappropriate. The segment quickly went viral, leading to a major backlash. As a result, Samay Raina, Ranveer, and other guests faced severe criticism online, and multiple FIRs were filed against them. The uproar even led to the cancellation of several of Samay’s live shows across India.