Anupam Kher Praises Comedian Samay Raina's Resilience After Controversy
‘He is sharp and brilliant’: Anupam Kher meets Samay Raina, lauds him for bouncing back after ‘bad patch’
The Indian Express
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Comedian Samay Raina has announced his return with a new comedy special, 'Still Alive,' over a year after facing backlash for his YouTube show, 'India’s Got Latent.' Veteran actor Anupam Kher praised Raina's talent during a recent meeting, emphasizing the importance of resilience and humor in overcoming challenges.
- 01Samay Raina announced his new comedy special, 'Still Alive,' after a year of controversy.
- 02Anupam Kher praised Raina's talent and resilience during their meeting.
- 03Kher emphasized the importance of learning from difficult experiences.
- 04Raina's previous show faced backlash due to controversial remarks, leading to its removal from YouTube.
- 05The meeting highlighted the supportive bond between Raina and his family.
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Comedian Samay Raina is making a comeback with his new comedy special, 'Still Alive,' following a challenging year marked by controversy surrounding his YouTube show, 'India’s Got Latent.' Veteran actor Anupam Kher met with Raina and his parents at Kher's Actor’s Prepare facility, where he praised Raina's sharp wit and resilience. Kher shared on social media that Raina, at just 28 years old, possesses outstanding timing and humor, calling him a genius. Reflecting on the difficult times, Kher noted that all bad patches serve as lessons, emphasizing that life is about learning from failures and enjoying the journey. The meeting was filled with warmth and humor, showcasing the close-knit support of Raina's family. Raina had previously faced backlash in 2025 for remarks made during an episode of his show, which led to the removal of all episodes from YouTube.
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