The internet’s favorite (and occasionally controversial) bromance is back in the headlines, but this time, it looks like the friendship bracelet has been snapped.
If you have been on Instagram this weekend, you have probably seen the clip. Podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia, also known as BeerBiceps, has finally responded to comedian Samay Raina’s brutal roast in the new stand-up special Still Alive.
But instead of firing back with a lawsuit or a heated podcast episode, Ranveer did something unexpected. He played dumb. And the internet can’t stop laughing.
Here is a breakdown of what Samay said, how Ranveer Allahbadia replied with the now-viral phrase “Kaun Samay?” and what this means for the future of the India’s Got Latent duo.
What Sparked the Fire? Samay’s ‘Still Alive’ Special
To understand the comeback, you need to understand the damage caused by the original set.
A few days ago, Samay Raina released Still Alive, his first major special since the India’s Got Latent controversy of 2025 that nearly derailed his career. In that special, Samay didn’t just tell jokes; he opened up about the mental toll of the scandal.
He directly blamed Ranveer Allahbadia for the mess, specifically the viral “parents and sex” question that got the show into legal trouble.
Samay made two major revelations on stage:
- It wasn’t a one-time slip: Samay claimed that during the filming, Ranveer actually asked the controversial question eight times in a row, not just once. Samay said he edited out seven of them, but the one he left in blew up.
- The “Monk” jab: Samay joked that Ranveer Allahbadia ruined his mental health. “He knows meditation, I don’t know anything,” Samay quipped, sarcastically calling him “the monk who sold my Ferrari”.
Samay’s point was sharp: You can’t spend ten years building a brand around yoga and spirituality and then ask a wildly explicit question on a comedy show without facing whiplash.
Ranveer Allahbadia’s Viral Reply: ‘Kaun Samay?’
Initially, Ranveer stayed quiet. He posted a cryptic Instagram video about his “silence strategy” and his parents being proud of him. It looked like he was going to take the high road.
But then, the paparazzi got involved.
In a video shared on Saturday, a paparazzo tried to bait Ranveer Allahbadia into a reaction. The videographer said, “Everyone is talking about you both. Your samay (time) is good right now.”
Ranveer immediately picked up on the pun. With a smirk, he replied:
“Samay? Kaun Samay? Kya Samay? (Samay? Who Samay? What Samay?) Humara time. It’s our time. My time is now.”
In another clip, he doubled down on the positivity angle, saying, “I have a good sense of humor. One should keep smiling”.
A Tale of Two Strategies
This clash is interesting because it highlights two very different ways to handle online hate.
Samay Raina chose the Brutal Honesty route. He used his special as therapy, airing out exactly how he felt betrayed and stressed by the incident. He leaned into the conflict.
Ranveer Allahbadia chose the Strategic Ignorance route. By saying “Who Samay?” he is acting as if the controversy is too small to even acknowledge. It is a power move that suggests he is too busy levelling up to care about a comedy roast.
Ranveer has previously called this the “Silence Strategy,” stating that his only job is to “stay deaf to the noise”.
Are We Getting a Season 2?
Despite the shade being thrown, the story isn’t over. During Still Alive, Samay confirmed that he will bring back India’s Got Latent. He hinted at a “completely wild version” of the show.
Will Ranveer be invited back as a guest? Given that Ranveer just pretended not to know who Samay is, that reunion seems unlikely for now. But in the world of YouTube drama, never say never.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Why did Samay Raina say Ranveer Allahbadia ruined his mental health?
Samay claimed that the backlash from Ranveer’s explicit question on India’s Got Latent led to police cases, the deletion of his show, and immense personal stress. He expressed this frustration during his Still Alive stand-up special.
2. What does “Kaun Samay” mean in this context?
“Kaun Samay?” translates to “Who is Samay?” Ranveer used this phrase as a playful or dismissive pun to avoid directly responding to Samay Raina’s accusations. He instead focused on the word “Samay” (which also means “time”) to say that his time is going well.
3. What was the original India’s Got Latent controversy?
In 2025, Ranveer Allahbadia asked a contestant a vulgar question regarding parents’ intimacy. The clip went viral, leading to massive public outrage, multiple FIRs (police complaints), and the eventual removal of all episodes of the show from YouTube.
4. Did Ranveer Allahbadia apologize for his joke?
Yes. After the initial backlash in 2025, Ranveer released an apology video stating that his comment was inappropriate, not funny, and that he would use his platform better in the future.
5. Will India’s Got Latent come back?
According to Samay Raina’s recent special, yes. He confirmed plans to bring the show back, stating that he missed doing it and intends to create a “wild” version of the show for his fans.
The Takeaway
Whether Ranveer is genuinely unbothered or just very good at公关 (public relations), his “Kaun Samay?” response is a masterclass in disarming criticism with humor.
For fans of the Indian digital scene, this is the most entertaining feud of the year. One is fighting for his artistic survival, and the other is pretending he doesn’t exist.
What do you think? Is Ranveer right to ignore the drama, or does Samay have a valid point? Let us know in the comments below.
