Raghu Ram & Rajiv Lakshman speak on samay Raina’s show amid ongoing controversy

A video featuring Raghu Ram and Rajiv Lakshman discussing comedian Samay Raina and his show India’s Got Latent has taken social media by storm. The clip, originally shared by ‘GPlus’ on Instagram, quickly gained traction, amassing over 97K likes within a day.

The India’s Got Latent Controversy

The uproar began when India’s Got Latent, a hit comedy show hosted by Samay Raina, released its latest episode exclusively for members on YouTube and the show’s app. The controversy escalated when popular podcast host Ranveer Allahbadia posed a question about ‘parents’ that many found problematic. What started as criticism soon turned into legal trouble, with multiple FIRs filed against the show’s judges, including Raina, Allahbadia, comedians Ashish Chanchlani and Jaspreet Singh, and social media influencer Apoorva Makhija, also known as The Rebel Kid.

Makhija’s remark about ‘mothers’ and Jaspreet’s stereotypical comment on Kerala further intensified the backlash. Reports suggest that FIRs have been filed against several other judges from previous episodes, deepening the divide between those supporting the stand-up community and those opposing it.

Raghu Ram & Rajiv Lakshman Weigh In

Amid the controversy, Roadies legends Raghu Ram and Rajiv Lakshman shared their views on Samay Raina and his show during their visit to IIT Guwahati for the Alcheringa festival. In a podcast, the duo praised Raina for ‘breaking the wall’ in comedy, acknowledging his influence on the stand-up scene.

The viral post sparked mixed reactions online. Some users argued that humor is being treated as a problem while real issues are ignored, while others speculated that the backlash stems from the show’s growing popularity, likening it to the rise and fall of AIB. Others called for bans on reality shows like Roadies and Bigg Boss, questioning the standards of entertainment.

Samay Raina Responds

Despite the backlash, Samay Raina has continued to engage with his audience. Reports suggest that he recently removed all videos from his YouTube channel, possibly in response to the ongoing controversy. Meanwhile, his newly launched app remains a dedicated platform for his content.

As discussions continue to dominate social media, it remains to be seen how this controversy unfolds and what impact it will have on the future of stand-up comedy in India.