In a significant move, comedian Samay Raina has taken down all videos of his popular show "India's Got Latent" from his YouTube channel. This decision follows a recent controversy sparked by an inappropriate joke made by Ranveer Allahbadia during an episode of the show.
The uproar began when Ranveer Allahbadia posed a highly offensive question to a contestant, asking whether they would prefer to watch their parents have sex every day or join them once to stop it forever. The comment drew widespread condemnation from viewers and public figures alike, resulting in numerous police complaints.
Responding to the backlash, Samay Raina shared a cryptic post on social media, stating, "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."
Despite the removal of the videos from his YouTube channel, episodes of "India's Got Latent" remain accessible on the show's official Instagram page. Additionally, Raina's upcoming shows in Gujarat have been canceled as the controversy continues to escalate.
The Mumbai Police have summoned both Ranveer Allahbadia and Samay Raina to record their statements as part of the investigation. Allahbadia has since issued a public apology, acknowledging the inappropriateness of his comment.
The incident has sparked a broader debate about the limits of humor and the responsibilities of content creators on public platforms. As the investigation unfolds, the future of "India's Got Latent" hangs in the balance.
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