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Mika Singh defends Samay Raina, Ranveer Allahbadia amid India’s Got Latent controversy

March 7, 2025 by Areej Afzal

Mika Singh shared his perspective on the India’s Got Latent controversy.
Mika reflected on the backlash and compared it to his own past experiences.
He also noted how certain content can be deemed offensive in India.

Singer Mika Singh has shared his perspective on the controversy surrounding comedian Samay Raina and podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia following the India’s Got Latent row. In a recent interview with Pinkvilla, Mika reflected on the backlash and compared it to his own past experiences with public scrutiny.

“I have no personal issues with Samay Raina; he is a sweet guy. A lot of people have told me he is my huge fan and a great musician too. Ranveer is also very nice. He is a gracious and poised human being, but his biggest mistake was that he shouldn’t have gone on the show,” Mika said.

He explained that their audiences differ, adding, “Ranveer’s show is very decent and respectful. Samay’s show has a different audience. If he had not gone there, this issue wouldn’t have happened.”

Mika also noted how certain content can be deemed offensive in India. “More vulgar things have been spoken about on Samay’s show, and if you say cheap things like this in a country like India, it will be hurtful,” he said.

Recalling his own struggles with backlash, Mika revealed, “I had received 500 legal notices for some lyrics in the song Ganpat. Even during Gandi Baat, I got almost 1,000 legal notices.” Despite this, he urged leniency for Samay and Ranveer, stating, “They are kids who became successful, so I urge people to forgive them.”

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Pankaj Tripathi speaks up against Ranveer Allahbadia’s controversial remarks

February 14, 2025 by Areej Afzal

Pankaj Tripathi weighed in on Ranveer Allahbadia’s controversy.
He questioned whether popular people are responsible enough.
He compared the incident to an illness.

Actor Pankaj Tripathi has weighed in on the controversy involving Samay Raina and Ranveer Allahbadia, emphasizing the importance of sensibility in fame. In an interview with Screen, Pankaj questioned whether individuals who rise to fame online possess the necessary awareness and responsibility.

“The thing with the internet is that a lot of people become popular faces all of a sudden. They find name and fame, but where is the sensibility? Do they have the required intelligence, in terms of literary knowledge, social behaviour, etc.?… Just because there is no clear censorship, it doesn’t mean you can say anything in the name of entertainment,” he stated.

Referring to viral content, he compared the incident to an illness, saying, “Don’t give so much importance to all this. Anyone can get viral, but just like a viral illness, it will be there for a few days, and then… we move on. The why and how of success determines a lot of things. Of course, I am not arguing about who is right or wrong… but, if you have the power of the word, and people are influenced by what you are saying, then it is important you shoulder that responsibility with a lot of care.”

Pankaj was last seen in Stree 2 and will next appear in Metro… In Dino, directed by Anurag Basu.

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IGL contestents come forward in defense of Samay Raina amid controversy

February 13, 2025 by Areej Afzal

Several contestants have come forward in support of Samay Raina.
They referred to Samay as their “elder brother.”
They expressed gratitude for the platform he provided.

Following the legal proceedings against India’s Got Latent and the removal of all its episodes, several contestants have come forward in support of comedian and host Samay Raina.

Comedians Sharon Verma, Bhavya Shah, and Kushal Bhanushali referred to Samay as their “elder brother” while expressing gratitude for the platform he provided.

Visually impaired comedian Bhavya Shah, who landed a movie role after appearing on the show, defended Samay, stating, “Did IGL cross a line? It definitely pushed the boundary. Be honest: if you were asked to imagine a blind person 6 months ago, you would have pictured a singer on the train with a begging bowl… Latent was the first time people saw something different: disabled people being goofy and Bakchod and normal. IGL was the platform. Samay was the gentleman. Remember that.”

Sharon Verma echoed similar sentiments, writing, “IGL gave me so much man. It was the reason I could actually pursue this dream of doing comedy… Samay’s genuinely been a big brother to us.”

Kushal Bhanushali also thanked Samay, posting, “IGL was my big bang. Thank you, Samay Bhaiya.”

On Wednesday, Samay Raina responded to the backlash, 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… I will fully cooperate with all agencies.”

The controversy arose after Ranveer Allahbadia’s remarks in a recent episode sparked outrage, leading to formal complaints and legal action. Ranveer later apologized, admitting, “Comedy is not my forte… it wasn’t cool.”

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Ranveer Allahbadia’s crying video post India’s Got Latent controversy goes viral

February 13, 2025 by Areej Afzal

Ranveer Allahbadia was criticized over comments in India’s Got Latent.
The YouTuber shared a crying video that went viral.
There are claims that the BeerBiceps is regretting his remarks.

As the backlash against Ranveer Allahbadia’s comments on India’s Got Latent grows, a viral video of the YouTuber crying has been widely shared, with claims that he is regretting his remarks.

In the clip, Ranveer Allahbadia, also known as BeerBiceps, is seen wearing a white t-shirt and lamenting, “Mujhe isliye bura lag raha hai kyunki sab kaam band ho gaya (I feel bad because all the work has stopped) b*****d. I just feel I am guilty. Poori team ko aise expose kar diya. Meri wajah se poora kaam band ho gaya hai (I exposed the entire team. Because of me, all the work has stopped).”

However, the truth behind the video is different. The clip is from a three-year-old post made by Allahbadia during the second wave of Covid-19, when he tested positive for the virus. The original video even begins with him saying, “Hi guys, I just tested positive for Covid.”

Here’s the original video of the YouTuber:

Meanwhile, the All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) has condemned Allahbadia’s comments as “abhorrent” and “disrespectful.” They have called for a ban on the show and urged actors and filmmakers to sever ties with its creators.

In response to the backlash, Allahbadia issued a public apology, stating, “My comment wasn’t just inappropriate, it wasn’t even funny. Comedy is not my forte, I am just here to say sorry.” He further added, “Family is the last thing that I would ever disrespect.”

Additionally, host Samay Raina announced that he has deleted all episodes of India’s Got Latent from YouTube and assured full cooperation with authorities.

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All Indian Cine Workers Association demands ban on Samay Raina’s India’s Got Latent

February 11, 2025 by Areej Afzal

Ranveer Allahbadia is in hot water after his appearance in India’s Got Latent.
His inappropriate remarks sparked severe backlash.
AICWA demanded an “immediate ban” on the show.

Podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia has landed in controversy following his appearance on India’s Got Latent, hosted by comedian Samay Raina. His inappropriate remarks during the show’s latest episode sparked severe backlash, leading to calls for strict action.

The All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) has condemned the remarks and released a statement demanding an “immediate ban” on India’s Got Latent to prevent further dissemination of “damaging content.” Taking to X, AICWA stated, “The All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) vehemently condemns the reprehensible and offensive remarks made on the YouTube show ‘India’s Got Latent.’”

The statement further added, “Such disgraceful content is utterly unacceptable and poses a significant threat to the moral fabric of our society.” AICWA called upon actors, filmmakers, and technicians to cut ties with the show’s creators, asserting, “These individuals will receive no support from the Indian film industry.”

Among its demands, AICWA urged for an “immediate and absolute ban” on the show, legal action against its creators, and stricter regulations on digital content.

Following the backlash, Ranveer issued a public apology, stating, “I shouldn’t have said what I did… My comment was not just inappropriate—it wasn’t even funny. I’m sorry.”

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Samay Raina’s show ‘India’s Got Latent’ faces legal trouble over controversial remarks

February 4, 2025 by Areej Afzal

India’s Got Latent has landed in legal trouble.
A contestant, Jessy Nabam, made controversial remarks.
Her remarks led to widespread outrage among Arunachal Pradesh.

The reality show India’s Got Latent, hosted by comedian Samay Raina, has landed in legal trouble following controversial remarks made by contestant Jessy Nabam from Arunachal Pradesh. The issue arose during a members-only episode when Raina asked Jessy whether she had ever eaten dog meat.

In response, Jessy stated, “The people of Arunachal Pradesh consume it, though I have never tasted it myself.” She further added, “I know because my friends eat it. They even eat their pets at times,” which sparked an immediate reaction from the panel. While Raina appeared visibly shocked, comedian Balraj Singh Ghai questioned the validity of her claim. However, Jessy stood by her statement.

Her remarks have led to widespread outrage, particularly among the indigenous communities of Arunachal Pradesh. Following the controversy, an FIR was filed against Jessy Nabam by Armaan Ram Welly Bakha, a resident of Arunachal Pradesh. The complaint, lodged at the Itanagar Police Station on January 31, 2025, accuses Jessy of making derogatory remarks about the state’s indigenous people.

The complainant has urged authorities to take swift action, stating that such comments perpetuate harmful stereotypes and should not be repeated in the future.

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