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Time of India
2 days ago
- 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
2 days 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
3 days ago
- 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 .
Indian Express
3 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
4 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:
