Following the posting of controversial content, Samay Raina’s YouTube show India’s Got Latent is now under investigation by the Maharashtra Cyber Cell. An FIR has been filed against all those involved in the show after podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia made offensive remarks in a recent episode, which led to widespread trolling and backlash.
Yashasvi Yadav, Inspector General of the Maharashtra Cyber Cell, told ANI, “FIR has been registered against all members who played roles in all episodes of the show. Authorities had ordered the removal of all videos under investigation and mandated the deactivation of the show’s account until the inquiry concludes. Cyber officials initially took down the first controversial video and later directed comedian Samay Raina to remove all content related to the case.”
So far, 42 individuals, including artists, producers, and influencers, have been summoned for questioning. Among those implicated are Samay Raina, Apoorva Mukhija, and Ranveer Allahbadia. Statements have been recorded from key figures like Devesh Dixit and Raghu Ram. Allahbadia has been summoned to record his statement on February 24 regarding the remarks made during the show.
India’s Got Latent, a roast show hosted by Samay Raina, features celebrity guests such as Rakhi Sawant, Bharti Singh, Uorfi Javed, and Raghu Ram. The show became controversial due to Allahbadia’s comments, prompting a formal complaint against him, Raina, Makhija, and others associated with the show.
Samay Raina took to Instagram Stories, stating, “Everything that has been happening has been too much for me to handle. I have removed all India’s Got Latent videos from my channel. My only objective was to make people laugh and have a good time. I will fully cooperate with all agencies to ensure their inquiries are concluded fairly. Thank you.”
Ranveer Allahbadia also apologized for his remarks, admitting in a video shared on his X account, “My comment wasn’t just inappropriate, it wasn’t even funny. Comedy is not my forte, I am just here to say sorry.” He acknowledged that his comments were insensitive and promised to use his platform more responsibly in the future. “Family is the last thing that I would ever disrespect,” he added.
