Stand-up comedian Samay Raina has finally responded to the controversy surrounding the latest episode of India’s Got Latent. The backlash began after podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia, also known as BeerBiceps, made a controversial “Sex With Parents” remark on the show. The uproar led to Mumbai Police reaching out to both Raina and Allahbadia for an inquiry into the matter.
Samay Raina takes down India’s Got Latent videos
Samay Raina announced on Wednesday that he has taken down all India’s Got Latent videos, stating that the controversy has become “too much for me to handle.”
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), he wrote, “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. Thank you.”
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
Samay Raina’s legal team informed the Mumbai Police that he is currently on a US tour and is expected to return to Mumbai on March 17. However, the police have made it clear that the investigation cannot be delayed for that long. Raina has been directed to appear before the authorities within 14 days from the start of the inquiry.
Meanwhile, the Khar Police have recorded statements from six individuals involved in the case. This includes show judges Ashish Chanchlani and Apoorva Makhija, as well as Balraj Ghai, the owner of the studio where the show was filmed, along with three technical crew members.
India’s Got Latent controversy
A controversy erupted after podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia made an offensive remark on the show. During the episode, Allahbadia posed a shocking question to a contestant: “Would you rather watch your parents have sex for the rest of your life or join in once to stop it forever?” The remark has sparked backlash, drawing criticism from viewers and authorities alike.
Ranveer Allahbadia’s comment has caused a huge backlash, with the All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) demanding a ban on the show and legal action against those responsible.
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