Comedian Samay Raina, who co-hosts “India’s Got Latent,” took to social media to announce that he has removed all the videos related to the show. In a statement, Raina expressed that the controversy surrounding Allahbadia’s comments had become “too much for me to handle.” Raina, who is now under scrutiny, mentioned that his only aim was to make people laugh, and he will fully cooperate with the authorities. “I will ensure their inquiries are concluded fairly,” he stated.
In response to the public outcry, the Maharashtra Cyber Police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) under relevant sections of the Information Technology Act. The police have issued notices to Ranveer Allahbadia, Samay Raina, and other participants, including guests and judges who appeared on the show in previous episodes. Investigations have revealed that earlier episodes of the show also featured vulgar and obscene language, further intensifying the controversy.
Ranveer Allahbadia Issues Apology
Amid the mounting pressure, Ranveer Allahbadia posted a video apology, acknowledging that his comments were a “lapse in judgement” and clarifying that “comedy is not his forte.” His attempt to defuse the situation has sparked further debate on the boundaries of free speech and the role of decency in media content.
The controversy surrounding Allahbadia’s remarks has raised significant questions about freedom of speech and what constitutes acceptable content in entertainment. The issue has triggered a massive debate on how far comedy should go and the responsibility of influencers in their public statements.
As the investigation continues, the cyber police have instructed the producers of India’s Got Laten to take down all 18 episodes from social media platforms. This controversy serves as a reminder of the fine line between humor and decency in public content and the repercussions of crossing it.