Samay Raina Comeback in ‘Still Alive’: Calls Out Sunil Pal, Addresses Allahbadia Joke Fallout

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Samay Raina is officially back-and in true Samay style, he's not playing safe.

After months of controversy, backlash, and silence following the India's Got Latent row, the comedian returned with his stand-up special "Still Alive", using humour as both a shield and a statement. But this wasn't just a comeback; it was a direct response to everyone who had something to say about him.

Photo Credit: Youtube: Samay Raina

A Comeback Rooted in Controversy

Raina's return comes after the massive fallout triggered by a controversial episode of India's Got Latent, where Ranveer Allahbadia's remark sparked outrage, FIRs, and even the removal of the show from YouTube.

In Still Alive, Samay doesn't ignore the chaos; he leans into it. On the contrary, he talks about the fallout of his actions and the legal and personal ramifications that followed.

He even let out a hint about India's Got Latent coming back for another season.

Taking a Dig at Sunil Pal and Critics

One of the highlights of his comeback set is how openly he calls out critics, including comedian Sunil Pal.

Sunil Pal had earlier slammed Samay and even demanded action against him during the controversy phase.

In Still Alive, Samay flips the narrative, using satire to poke fun at the same criticism. In a non-defensive manner, he makes fun of the notion of "clean comedy" and what comedians should do in order to make their comedy clean.

He also takes jabs at other public figures, such as Mukesh Khanna and B Praak, making it clear that he isn't interested in toning himself down to please anyone.

At one point, he even reflects on his identity and struggles, saying, "Hum Kashmiri cross fire mein hi marte hain," adding a deeper, personal layer to the set.

The Ranveer Allahbadia Joke: What Samay Said

Photo Credit: Still from India's Got Latent

The Allahbadia controversy forms the crux of the entire story, and Samay does not dodge it.

Instead of defending the joke directly, he reframes the situation. He suggests that the backlash escalated because Allahbadia stepped out of his carefully built "clean" image.

In his words, he joked that a "clean" personality suddenly trying to be edgy online doesn't sit well with audiences.

He even sarcastically referred to Allahbadia as "The monk who sold my Ferrari,"
highlighting the contrast between his self-help persona and the controversial joke.

Interestingly, Samay also pointed out that while the same joke was repeated multiple times during the show, it was one version that triggered the outrage, suggesting that context and perception shape public reactions.

Apoorva Mukhija and the Wider Backlash

Samay also talked about Apoorva Mukhija, whose life was threatened through trolling following the viral episode. He indirectly pointed out that her situation was a product of a much bigger issue, noting that "this is the price a woman pays for standing up, " subtly calling out how outrage tends to hit women harder, especially when they speak or react in the same tone as their male counterparts.

"Unfiltered" Comedy, No Apologies

A key takeaway from Samay's comeback is this: he's not trying to rebrand himself.

Samay himself states that portraying a "clean" character does not suit him well, emphasizing his dedication to unadulterated comedy.

The problem here lies not in a particular joke or controversy but in the very nature of stand-up comedy in general.

Audience Reaction: "The Comeback of 2026"

Fans, meanwhile, seem to be fully on board.

Social media reactions have labelled Still Alive as "the comeback of 2026" and "this feels personal," with many praising his honesty and refusal to hold back.

The Takeaway

Samay Raina's comeback isn't just about comedy; it's about reclaiming narrative.

Instead of issuing long clarifications or playing it safe, he chose the stage to respond. And whether people agree with him or not, one thing is clear:

He hasn't softened. If anything, he's sharper, louder, and more unapologetic than before.