‘Too Much For Me To Handle’: Comedian Samay Raina Removes ‘India’s Got Latent’ Videos Amid Controversy
In response to escalating backlash over controversial content, comedian Samay Raina announced today that he has removed all episodes of his YouTube show, ‘India’s Got Latent.’ The move comes amid widespread criticism and legal challenges stemming from remarks made during the show’s episodes.
The controversy intensified following a recent episode featuring YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia, known as BeerBiceps, who posed an inappropriate question to a contestant: “Would you rather watch your parents have sex every day for the rest of your life or join in once to make it stop forever?” The remark was met with immediate public outrage, leading to multiple complaints and an FIR filed against Allahbadia, Raina, and others involved in the show.
In light of the uproar, Raina took to X (formerly Twitter) to address the situation. He stated, “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.”
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
The All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) has condemned the content, demanding an immediate ban on the show and legal action against both Raina and Allahbadia. In a statement, AICWA emphasized that such content poses a “significant threat to the moral fabric of our society” and called upon industry professionals to cease any collaboration with individuals associated with the show.
Legal repercussions have swiftly followed. The Maharashtra Cyber Department filed an FIR against approximately 30 individuals connected to the show, citing the use of “vulgar and obscene” language. The department is also advocating for the removal of all episodes of ‘India’s Got Latent’ from digital platforms.
In response to the backlash, Allahbadia issued a public apology, acknowledging that his comment was “inappropriate” and “not even funny.” He admitted to a lapse in judgment and emphasized that comedy is not his forte. Despite the apology, the episode in question was removed from YouTube following a directive from the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting.
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The controversy has sparked a broader discussion about content regulation on digital platforms. Some members of the parliamentary committee on Communications and Information Technology have indicated plans to address the issue in an upcoming meeting, highlighting concerns over the nature of content being disseminated online.
As the investigation continues, Raina’s decision to remove the show’s content underscores the mounting pressure on creators to navigate the fine line between humor and offensiveness in the digital age.
