India’s Got Latent, an unfiltered comedy show has gained traction quite rapidly. Samay Raina, the brains behind this property is known to push the boundaries of comedy. In his unapologetic and “dark” comments on his show, netizens believe, the discussion on certain topics may come across as insensitive. A show known for containing explicit language has yet again sparked uproar due to comments made by their panelists Ranveer Allahbadia, Apoorva Makhija and Ashish Chanchlani among others.
They engaged with and encouraged the discussion of explicit topics. This incident has led to a formal complaint filed with the Mumbai Commissioner and Maharashtra Cyber Cell against Allahbadia, Mukhija, Raina, and the show’s organizers for promoting obscenity.
Apoorva Makhija (@the.rebel.kid) or as she calls herself “kaleshi aurat” has been listed under the Top 100 Digital Stars by Forbes. With over 2 million followers on Instagram she is popular for her storytelling style, mini vlogs and brand deals with names like Nike, Kate Spade, Maybelline and more. An aspiring actor, she has also featured in her debut drama-series on YouTube by the TerriblyTinyTales with sponsors like Manyavar- Mohey. In October 2024, she walked the ramp for designer, Tarun Tahilliani’s collection launch alongside many other public figures.
While some viewers defended her and questioned the accusations relayed on her, others were offended by the episode’s content. Known for its edgy content, India’s Got Latent has nearly 20 episodes each of them with 20-40 million views. The raging popularity of the show has led to such widespread controversy. Social media users and critics have commented on the line the show crossed – between humour and vulgarity. The incident has also drawn attention to the role of influencers in shaping public discourse.