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Time of India
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Samay Raina set to return to YouTube months after India's Got Latent controversy: Report
Comedian Samay Raina is set to return to YouTube after removing all videos due to backlash over a comment on India's Got Latent. His channel was made private amid controversy. Fans are excited, and he has announced a European and UK tour following his successful US-Canada Unfiltered tour. After facing backlash for a controversial comment about parents on India's Got Latent, comedian Samay Raina removed all his videos from his YouTube channel. Now, he is reportedly set to return, much to the excitement of his eager fans. Channel Content Made Private Amid Controversy Following the controversy involving Ranveer Allahbadia, the YouTube channel, which hosted 522 videos including exclusive material, has set all its content to private, according to social media reports. Fans Celebrate Comeback on Reddit Fans of Samay took to Reddit to express their excitement about his comeback on YouTube. One user added it up perfectly, saying, 'Sab Samay ka khel hai.' Another shared their observations, mentioning, 'I watched a few clips, they have beeped out most of the abuses, it seems, before making them public.' A third user said, 'Now that it has arrived, the Samay Raina channel will also return, right?' Upcoming European and UK Tour Announced Following the triumph of his US-Canada tour Unfiltered by Samay Raina, the comedian has unveiled plans for a European and UK tour. He has already entertained audiences at various stops along the way. Controversy and Apology For the unversed, Samay Raina encountered several FIRs and intense criticism after Ranveer Allahbadia's controversial comment about parents on India's Got Latent. This led him to remove all his show episodes and postpone his Indian comedy tour. He later apologized to the police, revealing the ordeal affected his mental health, and admitted his Canada tour didn't go well, expressing regret for his mistakes.
Mint
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Samay Raina fans can't keep calm as India's Got Latent Clips returns to YouTube, ‘IGL will be back soon'
Samay Raina fans can't keep calm as India's Got Latent Clips channel has apparently returned to YouTube. Social media users claim that all the videos in the channel were made private after the Ranveer Allahbadia controversy. LiveMint could not independently verify the claim that the channel had 'returned' to YouTube since it could not be confirmed if it ever became private in the first place. It cannot be confirmed whether the channel is owned by Samay Raina or is a YouTube channel run by a fan. When we checked, the channel had 522 videos. It also includes clips of members-only episodes. Meanwhile, Samay Raina fans on Reddit have started celebrating the reported return. Many of them consider it a 'win' for the standup comedian. 'Sab Samay ka khel hai,' commented one user. 'Now that it has arrived, the Samay Raina channel will also return, right?' came from another. Another user observed, 'I watched a few clips, they have beeped out most of the abuses it seems before making them public.' However, not every fan thinks India's Got Latent will return. 'I don't think latent is gonna come back with all that has happened. No. Samay is very family-oriented and would not like his family to go through all that again. So, no,' wrote one user. 'He might start another show. Maybe, the podcast rumour is true and it was not just for ads but a way to show a glimpse,' the user added. However, another user contradicted, 'I have insider info, IGL will be back! Soon! But not in ways many people are expecting.' Samay Raina deleted all videos from his show India's Got Latent from YouTube after a major controversy involving guest Ranveer Allahbadia. Ranveer allegedly made 'inappropriate' comments on the show, which sparked backlash and led to multiple complaints across India. Shortly after the backlash, Samay shared on X (formerly Twitter) that he had deleted all the videos. He clarified that his aim was to make people laugh, not offend anyone. He admitted the situation had become too stressful to handle. With the videos gone, people wondered what would happen to the money earned from those videos. YouTube's policy says that if a creator breaks the rules, the platform may take action and hold back payments. However, no such action is expected for users who delete their videos. By removing all the episodes (or making them private) from the playlist, Samay Raina might have avoided YouTube's action against the violation of policies. He retained his channel to ensure visibility on YouTube and earn revenue in future.
Time of India
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Samay Raina Makes Public Appearance in Juhu Amid Comeback Buzz
Samay Raina Makes Public Appearance in Juhu Amid Comeback Buzz Source: Popular comedian and YouTuber Samay Raina was recently spotted in Juhu, Mumbai, marking his first major public appearance since the controversy surrounding his show India's Got Latent. Dressed casually and in good spirits, Samay interacted with fans and paparazzi. The sighting comes just ahead of his upcoming international tour, which begins June 5 in Köln and spans Europe, the UK, Australia, and New Zealand. He's expected to address recent personal and professional events through new material. His lighthearted presence in Juhu signals a fresh chapter, with fans eager to see him return to the stage with renewed energy and honesty.
News18
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
'Their Parents Have Failed': Samay Raina On Young Children Watching His Content
Last Updated: Comedian Samay Raina, after removing his YouTube show amid controversy, shares strong views on parenting and responsibility in a resurfaced podcast. After facing a wave of criticism over an episode from his YouTube show India's Got Latent, stand-up comic Samay Raina removed all episodes from the platform and promised full cooperation with authorities investigating the incident. Despite the intense backlash, Samay appears to have moved on. He recently announced a fresh lineup of international gigs, signaling a new chapter in his career. Now, a podcast from January has resurfaced, where Samay can be heard discussing the responsibilities of influencers and drawing a sharp line when it comes to what children consume online. The clip has gone viral for his strong opinions about parenting in the digital age. 'Do you think a person like me has a responsibility to not drink Coke and to not be myself? I drink Coke at home, do you think I should fake it in public places and promote drinking water instead?" he asked health content creator Revant Himatsingka, popularly known as Food Pharmer. When the podcaster replied, 'Yes, I think it will leave an impression on kids 8-10 years of age," Samay responded sharply, 'If someone as young as eight-ten years old is watching me, then their parents have failed." He added, 'When I was that age, my father would beat me if I watched television. I didn't watch television then. I never got influenced by all this and I really think he did a great job as a father. So the parents are the ones who need to be responsible and not me. I have to be myself. If I want to influence people to do something, it is just to be honest." Defending his raw, unfiltered style, the comedian continued, 'There are too many fake people in this world. Public gets depressed when they see someone so perfect, doing and saying all the right things, it attacks your confidence and you start to question yourself, 'Is there anything wrong with me?' Then comes a guy like me, just being myself, drinking Coke, saying wrong things. They be like, 'You know what? It's okay to be me, because this is who I relate to.'" Earlier this year, Samay found himself in hot water when an old episode of India's Got Latent resurfaced, featuring a disturbing question posed by podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia. '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?" he asked a contestant. The clip triggered massive outrage, leading to multiple FIRs filed against the panelists. First Published:
Time of India
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Samay Raina says 'parents have failed' if young children are watching his content: 'Do you think a person like me has a responsibility to...'
Comedian Samay Raina, embroiled in controversy after a YouTube show episode went viral, removed all episodes and pledged cooperation with authorities. He now announces international shows, marking a career shift. Earlier, Raina's podcast comments on parental responsibility sparked debate, asserting parents should control children's viewing habits, not creators. He emphasized authenticity over filtered content, advocating for self-acceptance. Comedian Samay Raina faced intense backlash after an episode of his YouTube show India's Got Latent went viral for controversial reasons, leading him to remove all episodes from his channel. He has assured full cooperation with authorities during the ongoing investigation. Now, moving past the controversy, Samay has announced a fresh slate of international shows, signaling a new chapter in his career. Candid Take on Parental Responsibility Sparks Debate In a podcast recorded earlier this year, Samay sparked discussion with his candid take on parental responsibility and the influence of internet personalities. During a conversation about content creators' duties towards their audiences, Samay asked fellow podcaster Food Pharmer (Revant Himatsingka), 'Do you think someone like me should avoid drinking Coke and pretend to promote only water in public?' When Food Pharmer suggested that such behavior might impact kids aged 8 to 10, Samay responded bluntly, 'If children that young are watching me, then their parents have failed. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like After Losing Weight Kevin James Looks Like A Model 33 Bridges Undo ' Parents, Not Creators, Should Control What Kids Watch He further explained that when he was a child, his father strictly limited his TV watching, which kept him from being influenced by television at a young age. He emphasized that parents should take responsibility for what their children watch, rather than placing that burden on content creators like himself. According to him, staying true to oneself and promoting honesty is more important than trying to present a filtered image for the sake of young viewers. Samay expressed that in a world full of polished and perfect personas, people often feel insecure or question themselves. He believes that by being unapologetically himself—flaws and all—he offers a relatable, genuine presence that helps others feel comfortable being their true selves too. The Controversy That Sparked It All Samay Raina made headlines after a controversial episode of his YouTube show went viral for the wrong reasons. During the episode, a panelist posed a provocative question to a contestant that sparked widespread outrage. The backlash was so intense that multiple FIRs were filed against the show's panelists. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
