India’s Got Latent Controversy
“India’s Got Latent,” a YouTube reality show hosted by comedian Samay Raina, has recently been at the center of significant controversy due to inappropriate content and remarks made during its episodes.
Controversy
Controversial Remarks by Ranveer Allahbadia
In a bonus episode, guest judge Ranveer Allahbadia 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?”
This comment led to widespread outrage, resulting in legal complaints against Allahbadia, Raina, and other associated individuals. The complaints accused them of promoting obscenity and using offensive language for popularity and financial gain.hindustantimes.com
Legal Actions and Public Backlash
The controversy escalated as multiple First Information Reports (FIRs) were filed across different states. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that the Guwahati Police registered a case against Allahbadia, Raina, and others under various sections of the law for promoting obscenity and engaging in vulgar discussions.en.wikipedia.org
In response to the backlash, Samay Raina removed all episodes of “India’s Got Latent” from YouTube, stating that the situation had become “too much for me to handle.”ndtv.com
Impact on Associated Personalities
The controversy also affected other individuals associated with the show. YouTuber Ashish Chanchlani, who appeared as a guest judge, faced legal challenges and public criticism.timesofindia.indiatimes.com
Cancellation of Live Shows
Following the controversy, Samay Raina’s scheduled shows in Gujarat were reportedly canceled. The Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) cited “anger among people” as the reason for the cancellations.hindustantimes.com
Public Apologies and Statements
Ranveer Allahbadia issued a public apology, acknowledging his poor judgment and confirming that the controversial segments had been removed from the show’s recordings. He admitted that his attempt at humor was inappropriate and unfunny, conceding that comedy isn’t his strength.en.wikipedia.org
Samay Raina also addressed the situation, expressing that the backlash was overwhelming and reiterating that the show’s primary objective was to make people laugh.youtube.com
This incident has sparked a broader discussion about the boundaries of humor and the responsibilities of content creators in maintaining societal norms and values.
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