Samay Raina’s India’s Got Latent returns to YouTube; Months after controversy: Fans call it “Best comeback ever”

Samay Raina's "India's Got Latent" Returns to YouTube After Controversy

After a four-month hiatus, comedian Samay Raina's YouTube talent show, "India's Got Latent," has made a quiet comeback through a new clips channel. This return follows a significant controversy involving YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia, which led to the original channel removing all content and facing legal action.

The Controversy That Took the Show Offline

Earlier in 2025, "India's Got Latent" became embroiled in a public and legal dispute after Ranveer Allahbadia allegedly made an inappropriate comment to a contestant. The backlash resulted in FIRs being filed against Ranveer and co-panelists Samay Raina, Apoorva Mukhija, and Ashish Chanchlani.

Samay responded by removing all episodes from his official channel, expressing emotional exhaustion and regret. "Everything that is happening has been too much for me to handle," he stated. "My only objective was to make people laugh and have a good time."

A Quiet Comeback With Loyal Support

The show's revival on a separate platform, "India's Got Latent Clips," has surprised many online.

Featuring both public and previously members-only content, over 500 videos have been re-uploaded. Fans are celebrating the return, with comments sections filled with messages such as "Finallyyyyyyyy… comeback ho hi gaya Latent ka" and "Best comeback everrr."

While the revival is low-key, it shows that the show's core community remains dedicated.

What’s Next for Samay Raina?

Despite "India's Got Latent" finding its way back onto YouTube, Samay Raina remains busy. He is currently on an international stand-up tour across Europe, the UK, Australia, and New Zealand. The tour began on June 5 and concludes in Sydney on July 20.