Samay Raina Removes All ‘India’s Got Latent’ Videos; Releases Statement
Comedian Samay Raina has been making headlines lately due to the controversy surrounding the web series ‘India’s Got Latent’. The show, which premiered on YouTube, has been embroiled in a legal row after Ranveer Allahbadia, one of the participants, made an obscene remark on the show. The controversy has taken a toll on Samay, who has now removed all the videos of the show from his YouTube channel.
In a statement posted on his Instagram stories, Samay wrote, “I’ve removed all India’s Got Latent videos from my [YouTube] channel.” He added, “Everything that is happening has been too much for me to handle.” This statement comes as a surprise to many, as the show was gaining popularity and was being talked about extensively on social media.
The controversy surrounding ‘India’s Got Latent’ began when Ranveer Allahbadia made an obscene remark on the show. This led to a heated debate on social media, with many people calling out the remark and demanding an apology. The matter took a legal turn when the police booked at least 30 people, including Samay, over the controversy.
The legal action was taken after a complaint was filed by a local resident who was offended by the remark. The police have registered a case under sections 294 (obscenity) and 506 (criminal intimidation) of the Indian Penal Code.
Samay’s statement comes as a shock to many, as the comedian was seen as a pioneer of the YouTube show. ‘India’s Got Latent’ was a unique concept that brought together contestants from different fields to showcase their hidden talents. The show was gaining popularity and was being praised for its unique format.
However, the controversy surrounding the show has now taken center stage, and Samay’s statement has left many wondering about the future of the show. While the comedian has removed all the videos from his channel, it remains to be seen whether the show will continue or not.
The controversy has also raised questions about the type of content that is allowed on YouTube. The platform has a set of guidelines that prohibit explicit content, but it seems that some creators are pushing the boundaries.
As the controversy surrounding ‘India’s Got Latent’ continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how the show will recover from this setback. Samay’s statement has left many wondering about the future of the show, and the comedian’s decision to remove all the videos from his channel has raised more questions than answers.
In the meantime, the show’s participants are also facing the heat. Ranveer Allahbadia, who made the obscene remark, has gone into hiding, and his social media accounts have been suspended. The other participants are also facing backlash on social media, and some have even received threats.
The controversy surrounding ‘India’s Got Latent’ is a reminder that the internet can be a powerful tool, but it can also be a double-edged sword. While it provides a platform for creators to showcase their talents, it also provides a platform for people to spread hate and negativity.
As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how the creators of ‘India’s Got Latent’ will recover from this setback. Samay’s statement has left many wondering about the future of the show, and the controversy has raised questions about the type of content that is allowed on YouTube.
