Controversy Surrounding ‘India’s Got Latent’: Comedian Samay Raina has once again found himself embroiled in controversy over his show, ‘India’s Got Latent 2’. A fresh uproar has erupted following remarks made about Bihar and Kashmir in a recent episode. Sharon Verma, a participant from Season 1, appeared as a panelist on the latest episode; during the conversation, Samay Raina cracked a joke about people from Bihar, and in response, Sharon made a comment regarding Kashmiri Pandits, sparking the controversy. Social media users allege that these comments were made deliberately to hurt the sentiments of Kashmiris and Biharis. Several political parties have now also stepped into the fray regarding this issue.
Renewed Controversy Over Samay Raina’s Show
According to ANI, Shiv Sena leader Anand Dubey has criticized comedian Samay Raina and the show, while Bihar’s Education Minister Mithilesh Tiwari has expressed outrage over the derogatory remarks made about citizens and communities. Describing the exchange between Sharon Verma and Samay Raina as offensive, he stated that such comments would not be tolerated. Meanwhile, Congress leader Harish Rawat remarked that comedians should exercise caution when referencing specific communities or regions during their acts.
The Exchange Between Samay Raina and Sharon Verma
Regarding the controversy surrounding the recent episode, the dispute stems specifically from the conversation that took place between Samay Raina and Sharon Verma. During the show, Samay Raina jokingly remarked on Sharon Sharma’s background, saying, “Sharon is so Bihari that she thinks ‘Ebola’ means someone said something—like, ‘bola’ [spoke].” Retorting to Samay’s comment, Sharon said, “Samay is so Kashmiri that he likes ‘stones’ [referring to being high/intoxicated].” Samay then added, “Sharon is a Bihari who came to Mumbai looking for a job; Biharis often do that.” In response, Sharon said, “At least I left my state of my own free will.”
Who is Sharon Verma?
Sharon Verma is a stand-up comedian who gained popularity through the first season of India’s Got Latent. She performed as a contestant in that season, and her act was widely appreciated; her routine about being a “weak independent woman” received a lot of love. Video clips showcasing her candid style—particularly those highlighting her Bihari roots and personality—earned her significant online popularity. Meanwhile, regarding India’s Got Latent 2, another contestant from Bihar—Sakshi Jha, who identifies as a “man-hater”—recently found herself at the center of controversy. Her comments sparked such an uproar that she faced a barrage of trolls on social media, prompting Samay Raina to share a video in her defense.
