Samay Raina slams sexist remark on Latent 2, fans praise him for taking a stand
A clip from India's Got Latent shows Samay Raina flipping a sexist audience remark back on the speaker. The moment has gone viral with fans praising the comedian for taking a stand.
Comedian Samay Raina is winning praise online after a clip from India's Got Latent Season 2 showed him shutting down a sexist remark made by an audience member. The moment, which featured actors Alia Bhatt and Sharvari as guests, has gone viral on social media, with many applauding the comedian's quick-witted response.
The moment took place during the premiere episode of India's Got Latent Season 2. During a light-hearted interaction with the audience, Samay asked, "What does a girl like the most in a guy?"
An audience member responded, "Paisa" (money), drawing laughter from some sections of the crowd. However, Alia Bhatt appeared unimpressed and immediately asked “Who said?”
Samay quickly stepped in with a sharp comeback. "Gareeb aadmi ne kaha hoga" (Some broke man must have said that), he quipped, turning the joke back on the audience member rather than endorsing the stereotype.
The video has gone viral on Reddit, with many users beginning to compare Samay's reaction to the controversy involving comedian stand-up comedian Pranit More. One of the users wrote, “Pranit hota toh hass deta bas (Pranit would have laughed it off).” Another commented, “Taking stand for what’s right is not a new concept, though, Samay has had a track record for taking stands in things he believes. And this is how it should be anyway.” A third user chimed in and wrote, “And that’s how you take a stand.”
Pranit More controversy
During a crowd-work by More, 23-year-old Himanshu Jangra spoke about a date in which he said he had spent Rs 370 on a plate of chicken biryani. He suggested that he expected something in return because of the amount he had spent.
The clip drew sharp criticism online, with many accusing Jangra and More of normalising problematic behaviour. The wider backlash also focused on allegations of sexual coercion and disregard for consent. Critics also said More amplified the remarks by laughing during the exchange and later sharing the video online.
India’s Got Latent Season 2
The second season of the Samay Raina show returned after the first season landed into controversy. It started off after Ranveer Allahbadia made a remark on Samay's India's Got Latent that many viewers found offensive. He asked a contestant whether they would rather watch their parents have sex every day for the rest of their lives or join in once to make it stop forever. The clip went viral and triggered widespread backlash online.
Meanwhile, India’s Got Latent Season 2 is being released simultaneously on YouTube and Netflix.
Comedian Samay Raina is winning praise online after a clip from India's Got Latent Season 2 showed him shutting down a sexist remark made by an audience member. The moment, which featured actors Alia Bhatt and Sharvari as guests, has gone viral on social media, with many applauding the comedian's quick-witted response.
The moment took place during the premiere episode of India's Got Latent Season 2. During a light-hearted interaction with the audience, Samay asked, "What does a girl like the most in a guy?"
An audience member responded, "Paisa" (money), drawing laughter from some sections of the crowd. However, Alia Bhatt appeared unimpressed and immediately asked “Who said?”
Samay quickly stepped in with a sharp comeback. "Gareeb aadmi ne kaha hoga" (Some broke man must have said that), he quipped, turning the joke back on the audience member rather than endorsing the stereotype.
The video has gone viral on Reddit, with many users beginning to compare Samay's reaction to the controversy involving comedian stand-up comedian Pranit More. One of the users wrote, “Pranit hota toh hass deta bas (Pranit would have laughed it off).” Another commented, “Taking stand for what’s right is not a new concept, though, Samay has had a track record for taking stands in things he believes. And this is how it should be anyway.” A third user chimed in and wrote, “And that’s how you take a stand.”
Pranit More controversy
During a crowd-work by More, 23-year-old Himanshu Jangra spoke about a date in which he said he had spent Rs 370 on a plate of chicken biryani. He suggested that he expected something in return because of the amount he had spent.
The clip drew sharp criticism online, with many accusing Jangra and More of normalising problematic behaviour. The wider backlash also focused on allegations of sexual coercion and disregard for consent. Critics also said More amplified the remarks by laughing during the exchange and later sharing the video online.
India’s Got Latent Season 2
The second season of the Samay Raina show returned after the first season landed into controversy. It started off after Ranveer Allahbadia made a remark on Samay's India's Got Latent that many viewers found offensive. He asked a contestant whether they would rather watch their parents have sex every day for the rest of their lives or join in once to make it stop forever. The clip went viral and triggered widespread backlash online.
Meanwhile, India’s Got Latent Season 2 is being released simultaneously on YouTube and Netflix.
