5 Times Samay Raina’s India’s Got Latent Stirred Controversy – From Deepika Padukone to Uorfi Javed
India’s Got Latent, the comedy talent show that debuted in June 2024, has once again found itself in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. The latest controversy stems from a remark made by YouTuber and entrepreneur Ranveer Allahbadia, sparking widespread backlash from the public and government alike. This is not the first time the show has been accused of promoting insensitive humor, with past incidents involving jokes about disabilities, mental health, and cultural stereotypes.
Mocking Disabilities Led to Legal Action
In September 2024, India’s Got Latent faced severe criticism for offensive jokes about people with physical disabilities and speech disorders. The controversy erupted after comedian Santosh Patra’s performance, which many found demeaning. The show’s judges, including comedian Samay Raina, laughed and even gave a standing ovation, further fueling the outrage.
Dr. Satyendra Singh, a medical professional from Delhi’s Guru Tegh Bahadur Hospital and the University College of Medical Sciences, took legal action against the judges—Nishant Tanwar, Vipul Goyal, and Sonali Thakker—as well as Santosh Patra. The lawsuit cited defamation and discrimination against individuals with disabilities, marking a serious legal challenge for the show.
Insensitive Joke About Deepika Padukone’s Depression
In November 2024, the show stirred controversy again when contestant Bunti Banerjee made an insensitive remark about Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone’s experience with depression. During his stand-up act, Banerjee joked, “Deepika Padukone also became a mother recently, right? Great, now she knows what depression really looks like.”
The audience and judges responded with laughter, further exacerbating public outrage. Banerjee went on to mock depression-related struggles, saying, “I’m not trying to insult breakup-wala depression; actually, I am.” The remark was widely condemned for trivializing mental health issues, leading to calls for stricter content moderation on the show.
Cultural Stereotypes About Arunachal Pradesh
Before the Ranveer Allahbadia controversy, India’s Got Latent was under fire for perpetuating harmful stereotypes about Arunachal Pradesh. Contestant Jessy Nabam, a native of the state, made a joke suggesting that people from her community consume dog meat, including their own pets.
The comment led to an uproar on social media, with many calling it offensive and misleading. A resident of Arunachal Pradesh later filed a complaint, and reports confirmed that an FIR had been registered against the contestant for promoting damaging stereotypes about the region.
Uorfi Javed Walks Off Set Over Personal Attack
Fashion influencer Uorfi Javed also made headlines when she walked off the set after a contestant compared her to adult film star Mia Khalifa and questioned her personal life. Feeling disrespected, Uorfi called out the show for allowing such remarks. However, she later clarified that she remains on good terms with her friend and the show’s host, Samay Raina.
Ranveer Allahbadia’s Crass Remark Sparks Public Outrage
The latest controversy surrounding India’s Got Latent involves YouTuber and entrepreneur Ranveer Allahbadia. During a recent episode, Allahbadia made an inappropriate remark about watching parents have sex, which immediately sparked outrage among viewers. The backlash was so severe that the episode was taken down from YouTube to contain the damage.
With repeated controversies surrounding insensitive jokes, India’s Got Latent continues to draw criticism for its content. The ongoing backlash has raised serious concerns about the show’s approach to humor and the ethical responsibility of its creators. As legal battles and public outrage mount, it remains to be seen whether the show will take corrective measures or continue its streak of controversies.
