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News18
16 hours ago
- 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
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Samay Raina blames parents for letting them watch his content; says, 'If children that young are watching me, then their parents have failed"
Samay Raina has been making headlines since his India's Got Latent controversy. The comedian has now made a comeback and has opened up about his work, things that went downhill for him recently since the controversy, and more. He even reunited with Apoorva Mukhija recently and raised a toast with her. In a new podcast, 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.' Later, Samay revealed how his parents were very strict with the kind of content he would watch while growing up. He said, '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. ' The comedian has been in the news for his controversy on India's Got Latent. In the show, fellow influencers Ranveer Allahbadia and Apoorva Mukhija's controversial statements made headlines, after which several FIRs were filed against them.
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Rajpal Yadav says there is no nepotism in Bollywood: Agar hota toh Shah Rukh Khan, Paresh Rawal, Akshay Kumar kaise hote
Nepotism in Bollywood has long been a topic of heated debate. Actor Rajpal Yadav recently addressed the issue and said that the success of actors depends on their talent. In an interview with ANI, Rajpal said it may be possible to get an initial break in Bollywood because of connections, but success depends on inherent talent and the response of the audience. (Also Read | Rajpal Yadav bashes Ranveer Allahbadia, Samay Rania amid India's Got Latent row, says he cries 'watching such people') "There is no nepotism. I want to speak very honestly. Nepotism agar hota to Shah Rukh Khan sahab kaise hote, Rajpal Yadav kaise hote, Paresh Rawal kaise hote, Anupam Kher sahab kaise hote, Akshay Kumar sahab kaise hote, Johny Lever sahab kaise hote, Sanjeev Kumar sahab kaise hote, Rajesh Khanna sahab kaise hote, Dharmendra sahab kaise hote (If there was nepotism, how would there be Shah Rukh Khan, Rajpal Yadav, Paresh Rawal, Anupam Kher, Akshay Kumar, Johny Lever, Sanjeev Kumar, Rajesh Khanna and Dharmendra)?" "In my family nobody asked me to join Bollywood or khud mere mann mein aaya and I told my kids koi bhi khel mein aur cinema mein koi kisi ka jeewan nahi bana sakta (In film and sports nobody can make your life)....to usme aapke andar ka jo baitha hua ek sacha aur acha insaan hai agar vo aapko bolta hai you are capable to do this to fir aap karo nahi to mai dhakka de sakta hu par dhakke ke baad jo patkhani khaoge usko mai bhi nahi bacha sakta..(if the good person sitting within you tells you can do it, then do it. I can give a push, but the reversal you will face later, I can't prevent that)," he added. The actor said that it is possible to get an opportunity initially because of one's parents, but that is no guarantee of success. "If you are a player, your kid will get a chance to play. Similarly, if a person who has been doing film or television for 30 years, his child... He must know what my father does. So, he will learn filmmaking lekin vo chalega ki nahi chalega kar paayega ki nahi kar paayega vo urza hai ya nahi hai vo decide karta hai ya to uparvala ya audience.. nepotism nahi hai.. (but whether he will taste success or not, has that energy or is decided by the Almighty or the audience, there is no nepostism)," shared the actor known for his films including Partner, Garam Masala, Hungama among others. "I have been acting for 38 years now. And I have at least 200 relatives. Mai to ek ko bhi nahi karva blessings apni apni.. mehnat apni hai (I haven't been able to get them work here. It is blessings, hard work) and finally it is the audience who decides." Rajpal's breakthrough performance was in Ram Gopal Varma's Jungle, which was released in 2000. He later gained popularity for his slapstick comic performances and received several accolades. He worked in movies such as Ek Aur Ek Gyarah, Mujhse Shaadi Karogi, Bhool Bhulaiyaa and Bhagam Bhag.
Indian Express
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Samay Raina says ‘parents have failed' if young children are watching his content: ‘Parents need to be responsible if 8-year-olds are watching me'
Samay Raina faced severe backlash when an episode from his YouTube show India's Got Latent went viral for the wrong reasons. The controversy also forced Samay Raina to remove all the episodes of his show from his YouTube channel. He also assured that he will be co-operating with the authorities regarding the investigation. Now, it seems like Samay has put the past behind him as he has announced a new set of shows internationally. Now, in a new podcast which was recorded in January this year, Samay can be heard talking about people failing as parents if their young children are watching his show. In the podcast, the comedian was seen taking part in a discussion discussing the responsibilities of internet personalities for their viewers. Samay asked Food Pharmer aka Revant Himatsingka, '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?' When the podcaster said, 'Yes, I think it will leave an impression on kids 8-10 years of age', Samay quickly replied, 'If someone as young as eight-ten years old is watching me, then their parents have failed.' He explained, '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.' ALSO READ | Samay Raina makes first public appearance after India's Got Latent row, smiles when asked about show's return. Watch Being unapologetic about who he is, Samay said, '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.' Samay Raina was all over the news when certain distasteful comments from one of the episodes of his YouTube show surfaced online. In one of the videos, famous podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia can be heard asking 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 caused such backlash that multiple FIRs were filed against the panelists on the show.
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Samay Raina Makes First Appearance After Hinting At India's Got Latent Return, Has THIS To Say
Last Updated: Samay Raina's candid moment with paparazzi has gone viral across social media. Samay Raina was recently embroiled in controversy after Ranveer Allahbadia's comment on his show, India's Got Latent, sparked massive backlash. Samay was not only in legal trouble but also had to shut down his YouTube show. As the legal row is slowly dying down, the comedian hinted that the show might return after some time. Samay has now made his first public appearance after teasing the show's return, and he looked happy and calm. Samay Raina was seen in a blue tee with checkered pants, flaunting a comfy look for the night. As paparazzi surrounded the comedian for a photo, he asked them to join him instead of taking his pictures. The comedian then posed for the shutterbugs and said, 'Main na awkward ho jaata hoon thoda, yaar." Have a look here: While Samay Raina is still navigating ongoing legal proceedings, he is slowly returning to the comedy stage and the public eye. In a recent promotional video for Bold Care — a sexual wellness brand co-owned by actor Ranveer Singh — he was asked by podcaster Raj Shamani if India's Got Latent would ever return. With his trademark wit, Samay replied, 'Woh toh ab Samay hee bata payega. Main nahi, time. Time is the best healer," playing on the double meaning of his name and the Hindi word for 'time." He added with a smile, 'Good things take time." Whether it was a subtle tease or a serious hint, fans are already talking about the possibility of a comeback. He also recently announced a new international tour that will take him across Europe, the UK, Australia, and New Zealand. Taking to Instagram recently, Samay shared the tour dates—starting in Cologne on June 5 and ending in Sydney on July 20. In one of his Instagram stories, Samay hinted that his new set will touch on the India's Got Latent controversy, suggesting he's ready to turn the tough chapter into comedy. 'The most testing time of my life makes for the best comedy. See you on the tour," he wrote. The announcement sparked huge excitement, so much so that his ticketing website briefly crashed due to the surge in traffic. First Published:
