After weeks of silence and controversy, comedian and YouTuber Samay Raina has returned to Instagram with a powerful and emotional post, marking his first public appearance since the backlash surrounding his show India’s Got Latent.
In a black-and-white video shared today, Raina is seen walking silently toward a spotlight on an empty stage, hinting at a quiet but determined comeback. The post was captioned only with fire and cloud emojis, leaving fans to interpret its meaning, but the comments made one thing clear — “Samay is back.”
Earlier, amid heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, Raina had broken his silence via Instagram Stories to share a heartfelt note about his family in Jammu. The comedian recalled his last phone call with his father, a journalist based in Jammu, who had assured him of safety despite the ongoing drone strikes and blackouts across several Indian states including Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, Rajasthan, and Gujarat.
“My father calls me one last time tonight from Jammu to say goodnight. His voice, steady and calm, urges me to sleep and not worry — the Indian armed forces have everything under control,” Raina wrote. “My utmost respect to the armed forces and their families for all the sacrifices they make for our safety. Goodnight. Jai Hind,” he added, saluting the soldiers on the front lines.
This emotional message resonated with many, especially as citizens across border regions faced repeated drone threats and power outages.
Samay Raina had earlier found himself in hot water after a controversial episode of India’s Got Latent sparked legal and public backlash. The show, known for its edgy humor, drew criticism after a comment by guest Ranveer Allahbadia led to multiple police complaints. Raina, the show’s creator and host, was summoned thrice by the Maharashtra Cyber Cell and also faced questioning from the Guwahati Crime Branch. He later removed the episode, apologized, and cooperated with the investigation.
With canceled shows and heavy criticism, Raina had remained absent from the spotlight—until now. While the controversy still lingers, today’s post signals a possible return and a new chapter for one of India’s most prominent comedy creators.
Disclaimer: The information is based on public posts and developments as of May 13, 2025.
