Content creator: Ashish Chanchlani came forward to the defense of comedian Samay Raina after a section of viewers expressed disappointment with the newly launched second season of ‘India’s Got Latent’. Since the show’s return, some fans have argued that the latest edition feels more restrained and lacks the spontaneity that made the first season such a big hit.Responding to the criticism, Ashish took to Instagram Stories and reminded viewers that the return of the show itself was a significant achievement given the challenges the team faced last year.Addressing complaints that the show was being overly cautious, Ashish explained that the makers were left with little choice after the controversy that engulfed ‘India’s Got Latent’ in 2025.“For the people who say it’s too secret filtered or lost the beauty and shit.. Just remember, we had to fight a year long legal battle where we promised to stay in line and make sure history doesn’t repeat itself,” he wrote.The YouTuber’s statement highlights the difficult circumstances in which the team decided to revive the popular comedy talent show, which many believed would never return after the backlash.
Ashish Chanchlani praises Samay Raina’s determination
Ashish credits Samay Raina for making it possible for the show to survive despite many hurdles. According to him, bringing the series back requires a lot of effort and persistence behind the scenes.“There is almost no guarantee that this show will come back. But somehow @maisamayhoon is sure to bring it back for you guys. He fought countless battles behind the scenes. It was a long almost impossible pipe dream that S2 would still exist. Kabhi kabhi kuch cheeze karni padti hai.. So please support and usko aur enjoy karo.”His message quickly gained traction online, with many fans appreciating the insight into the challenges faced by the show’s creators.
A new season with a star-studded start
The second season of ‘India’s Got Latent’ aired on June 20 and started with the actors. Alia Bhatt: and Sharvari as guests. Unlike the previous run, the new season was released simultaneously on YouTube and Netflix, allowing viewers to watch the same episodes in the same formats on the same platforms.The makers hope that the dual-platform release strategy will help the show reach a larger audience while maintaining its loyal fan base.
The Samay Raina controversy that changed everything
The road to Season 2 was far from smooth. The controversy erupted after podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia made a comment involving parents and sex during an episode of ‘India’s Got Latent’. The comment sparked widespread outrage on social media and sparked debates about the limits of comedy and online content.The backlash soon spread to the internet, with political leaders and public figures demanding action. The matter got worse when the National Commission for Women summoned Ranveer Allahbadia, Samay Raina, and others who were associated with the show because of alleged blasphemous words.Following the controversy, police complaints were filed against several individuals connected to the show, including Ranveer Allahbadia, Ashish Chanchlani, Apoorva Mukhija, and Samay Raina. The developments have raised serious doubts over the future of the series.As the criticism intensified, Ranveer issued a public apology for what he said. Meanwhile, Samay Raina has removed all episodes of ‘India’s Got Latent’ from her YouTube channel, leading many to believe that the show’s journey has come to an end.However, against all odds, the comedy talent show is back today with a new season, and Ashish Chanchlani’s latest message makes it clear that those involved see his return as the result of a long and difficult fight.
