By The Sampadak Express
Comedian Samay Raina has been facing significant backlash following the airing of a recent episode of India’s Got Latent, which featured popular YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia. The controversy erupted after Allahbadia posed an inappropriate question to a contestant during the show, which sparked widespread criticism. As a result, Samay Raina, the show’s host, found himself at the center of the storm, facing an FIR and intense trolling on social media. Furthermore, he has been summoned to appear in court by March 10, 2025, to answer for the incident. Despite the backlash, many fans and celebrities have rallied behind Samay, offering their support.
Badshah Lends His Voice to Samay Raina
In a recent performance at Parul University in Vadodara, Gujarat, rapper Badshah made a bold statement in support of Samay Raina. During the final moments of his concert, Badshah shouted “Free Samay Raina,” which resonated with the crowd, prompting them to cheer in unison. A video capturing this moment quickly went viral across social media platforms, with Badshah expressing his appreciation for the university and its audience before making his statement: “I love you, Parul University. Thank you so much. Free Samay Raina.”
The video has since garnered reactions from netizens, with many expressing their surprise and amusement at Badshah’s unexpected shout-out. One user commented, “Ain’t no way Badshah said ‘Free Samay Raina’ at the end of the concert! LFG!!” while another joked, “Not Badshah screaming ‘Free Samay Raina’ at his concert. He ain’t inside a jail, bruhh.” Amidst the playful comments, others praised the rapper for supporting the comedian, with one comment reading, “Badshah killed it tonight, bro.”
Samay Raina’s First Response to the Backlash
Amid the growing controversy, Samay Raina took to social media to share his first public reaction. On his X (formerly Twitter) account, Samay expressed that the situation had become overwhelming. “Everything that is happening has been too much for me to handle,” he wrote. “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’s decision to remove the videos from his channel came after the fallout from the controversial moment during the latest episode of India’s Got Latent. The comedian made it clear that his intentions were never to harm or offend anyone but rather to provide entertainment and laughter to his audience.
Ranveer Allahbadia’s Controversial Remarks on India’s Got Latent
The controversy surrounding Samay Raina’s show centers primarily on a remark made by Ranveer Allahbadia, also known as BeerBiceps, during his appearance as a guest on the show. Allahbadia’s attempt to engage with the show’s dark comedy took a problematic turn when he posed a highly inappropriate question to a contestant. The question, which asked the contestant whether they would prefer to watch their parents engage in sexual activity every day for the rest of their lives or join in once and stop it forever, was met with widespread outrage from the audience and viewers at home.
The public’s reaction to the question was swift, with many condemning it as distasteful and offensive. This incident triggered a wave of backlash against both Allahbadia and the show, placing Samay Raina in a difficult position as the host. While some fans of the show defended the comedy style of India’s Got Latent, others argued that certain lines had been crossed, resulting in the legal and social consequences that Samay is now facing.
Legal and Social Fallout
The aftermath of the incident has left Samay Raina in the midst of a legal battle. The FIR filed against him accuses him of promoting inappropriate content, which has raised questions about the limits of dark humor in online entertainment. Despite the ongoing scrutiny, Samay remains committed to cooperating fully with authorities to resolve the matter.
The controversy has sparked a wider debate on the boundaries of comedy, particularly when it comes to shows that rely on edgy, dark humor. As Samay prepares to face the court in March, his supporters, including celebrities like Badshah, continue to show solidarity, calling for a fair outcome in the case.
While it remains to be seen how the legal proceedings will unfold, the India’s Got Latent controversy has undoubtedly highlighted the growing scrutiny of content on digital platforms and the fine line between humor and responsibility in the entertainment industry.
