Samay Raina’s show India’s Got Latent faced significant public backlash after podcaster and YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia asked a controversial “sex” question and made several other inappropriate remarks in the latest episode.
Samay Raina, the comedian and YouTuber, has built a substantial fortune, primarily from his YouTube channel, live comedy shows, brand collaborations, and exclusive content deals. His wealth has skyrocketed, especially in recent years, earning him a reputation as one of India’s top comedic influencers.
Raina first gained significant attention after winning Comicstaan Season 2, where he shared the title with Akash Gupta. At the time, he had already begun live-streaming chess matches on YouTube, collaborating with grandmasters and celebrities, which introduced him to a wider audience. During the COVID-19 pandemic, his comic videos and blunt, relatable stand-up skits made him a household name. However, it was his controversial YouTube comedy show India’s Got Latent that truly thrust him into the limelight. On this show, Raina, along with a rotating panel of guests, humorously judged participants’ performances, often using bold and unfiltered jokes.
Despite his success, India’s Got Latent has faced significant backlash, particularly for its use of uncensored, abusive language and the inappropriate remarks made by judges and participants. The controversy intensified after a recent episode featuring YouTuber and podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia, who posed a controversial and sexual question, further sparking public outcry.
Nevertheless, Samay Raina’s financial success remains undeterred. His estimated net worth is around $16.5 million (approximately Rs 140 crore), though some reports peg it as high as Rs 195 crore. Raina also boasts a massive following, with over 5.9 million Instagram followers and 7.33 million subscribers on YouTube.
Comparatively, Ranveer Allahbadia is another YouTuber-turned-business mogul with a similarly impressive net worth of $7 million (about Rs 60 crore). His monthly earnings reportedly hover around Rs 35 lakh, largely thanks to his YouTube channel and business ventures. Despite the controversy surrounding both men, it’s clear that their content and influence have propelled them to great financial heights.
Interestingly, both Raina and Allahbadia are engineers by education—Raina in Printing Engineering and Allahbadia in Electronics and Communication. Their success in the entertainment and digital world stands as a testament to how far one can go with the right blend of creativity, business acumen, and a strong personal brand.
