Samay Raina Archives - National Times

27 Nov

Supreme Court Asks Samay Raina, Other Comedians to Host Shows for Disabled Community After Mocking Row

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New Delhi, November 27, 2025: The Supreme Court on Thursday directed comedian Samay Raina and four others to organise regular events that highlight the achievements of persons with disabilities and raise funds for their medical needs. The order follows a controversy triggered by a video in which the group was accused of mocking individuals with physical disabilities.The Court instructed them to hold at least two shows every month, featuring specially-abled people, particularly those suffering from rare conditions such as Spinal Muscular Atrophy. The bench, led by Justices Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi, clarified that the directive is not punitive but…

25 Aug

SC Tells Centre to Frame Rules on Offensive Content, Pulls Up Comedian Samay Raina

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New Delhi, August 25: The Supreme Court on Monday directed five social media influencers, including comedian and "India’s Got Latent" host Samay Raina, to issue unconditional apologies on their podcasts or shows for mocking people with disabilities and rare genetic disorders.A Bench of Justices Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi observed that freedom of speech and expression cannot extend to commercial speech that hurts the sentiments of vulnerable communities. The court asked the Centre to frame guidelines regulating offensive content that targets disabled persons, women, children, and senior citizens.The influencers stand accused of making derogatory remarks against individuals with conditions such…

20 Feb

Centre Warns OTT Platforms to Follow Ethics Code Amid Controversy Over ‘India’s Got Latent’

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New Delhi (National Times): The Information and Broadcasting Ministry has issued a stern advisory to OTT platforms and social media channels, urging them to adhere to the Code of Ethics outlined in the IT Rules (2021). The directive emphasizes the importance of self-regulation and age-based content classification, particularly for material rated 'A' (Adult), to prevent children from accessing inappropriate content. The warning comes in the wake of the controversy surrounding the YouTube comedy show India’s Got Latent, where podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia allegedly made obscene remarks. The episode was available on YouTube until the government ordered its removal following complaints about…

18 Feb

Supreme Court Criticizes YouTuber Ranveer Allahabadia’s Remarks, Grants Temporary Relief in Obscenity Case

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New Delhi (National Times): In a case that has sparked heated debates on freedom of expression versus public decency, the Supreme Court on Tuesday (February 18) granted interim protection to YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia (Beer Biceps) in multiple FIRs filed over alleged obscene remarks in an episode of "India’s Got Latent." A bench led by Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh stayed Allahbadia’s arrest but imposed conditions, including cooperation with the investigation and a temporary ban on airing further shows. He was also required to submit his passport. The court further ruled that no new FIRs would be registered for…

17 Feb

Samay Raina, Apoorva Mukhija to Appear Before NCW Amid Podcast Controversy

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New Delhi, February 17, 2025 – YouTuber Samay Raina and social media influencer Apoorva Mukhija are set to appear before the National Commission for Women (NCW) via video conferencing on Monday. The summons follow the ongoing controversy surrounding an episode of Raina’s show ‘India’s Got Latent’, which featured podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia and sparked massive backlash. NCW Summons Over Controversial Remarks The NCW issued summons on February 11, after the Maharashtra Police filed a case over inappropriate jokes made during the episode. The controversy has led to multiple FIRs in Mumbai and Guwahati, prompting the panel’s investigation.Apart from Raina and Mukhija,…

13 Feb

Samay Raina Unable to Appear Before Maharashtra Cyber Cell, Cites Travel Abroad

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Maharashtra (National Times): Comedian Samay Raina will not be able to appear before the Maharashtra Cyber Cell on February 17, as directed in a second summons issued to him. His lawyer informed the authorities that Raina is currently in the U.S. and will only return on March 17. The Cyber Cell is investigating Raina's role in the India’s Got Latent controversy, which stemmed from offensive remarks made by Ranveer Allahbadia on the show. The summons was part of an ongoing inquiry into the matter, following an uproar from various groups condemning the show’s content. With Raina’s absence, the authorities may…

13 Feb

Munawar Faruqui Supports Samay Raina Amid ‘India’s Got Latent’ Controversy

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New Delhi (National Times): Stand-up comedian Munawar Faruqui has come out in support of Samay Raina, who has been facing intense backlash over a recent episode of India’s Got Latent. The controversy arose after YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia made an inappropriate remark on the show, sparking outrage on social media. Amid the growing criticism, Munawar took to his social media to share a cryptic yet supportive message:"Art is like a spring, the more you press it, the more it will take you up." His statement seems to suggest that art and creativity thrive under pressure, subtly backing Raina in the ongoing…

10 Feb

Influencer Ranveer Allahbadia Issues Public Apology Amid Backlash Over Controversial Remark on YouTube Show

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New Delhi, February 10, 2025: Popular social media influencer Ranveer Allahbadia, also known as BeerBiceps, has issued a public apology following massive backlash over a controversial remark he made on Samay Raina’s YouTube reality show, India’s Got Latent. The comment, deemed inappropriate and offensive by many, sparked outrage, leading to calls for a ban on his podcast and even a police complaint filed by a BJP functionary against the show’s creators, judges, and participants.During an episode of the show, known for its edgy, boundary-pushing content, Allahbadia asked a contestant a question related to parents and sex, which many found distasteful.…