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Samay Raina Addresses Sexist Remark on India's Got Latent Amid Pranit More Controversy

Analysed 21 Jun 2026·5 sources analysed·India·Entertainment
Samay Raina Addresses Sexist Remark on India's Got Latent Amid Pranit More ControversyPreviousNext

Comedian Samay Raina received praise for addressing a misogynistic remark during the premiere of India's Got Latent Season 2, where an audience member said women like money most in men. Raina responded with a witty comeback, contrasting with recent criticism of comedian Pranit More, whose controversial joke about expecting intimacy after paying for a date sparked backlash, legal action, and a National Commission for Women inquiry. Social media compared the two, commending Raina's stance while condemning More's remarks.

TBN's observations

First-hand measurement across 5 sources

We measured how 5 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 46%, Centre 52%, Right 2%). Overall sentiment is neutral (55/100). Lens Score 38/100 — moderate-to-low public interest.

Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):

  • mint— left-leaning framing, neutral sentiment
  • indiatoday— balanced framing, positive sentiment
  • english— left-leaning framing, neutral sentiment
  • news18— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
  • hindustantimes— left-leaning framing, neutral sentiment
Political Bias
46%52%2%
Sentiment
55%
AI analysis of 5 sources · Published under editorial oversight by The Balanced News
Analysed 21 Jun 2026· How this analysis is produced· Editorial standards· Corrections

AI Analysis

Political bias across 5 sources
● Left 46%● Center 52%● Right 2%

The articles present perspectives focusing on social issues related to misogyny and comedy, highlighting contrasting responses by two comedians. Coverage includes voices from social media, legal authorities, and women's rights bodies, reflecting a range of societal and institutional viewpoints without partisan framing. The narrative centers on accountability and public reaction rather than political ideology.

Sentiment — Neutral (55/100)

The overall tone is mixed, combining criticism of Pranit More's controversial remarks and legal consequences with positive recognition of Samay Raina's prompt and humorous rebuttal. Social media reactions amplify both condemnation and praise, creating a balanced sentiment that acknowledges the seriousness of the issue alongside appreciation for responsible comedy.

How 5 sources covered this story

Each source's own headline, political lean, and sentiment — so you can see framing differences at a glance.

Reviewed byAniket Awate· Culture & Digital Media Writer· Edited byOjas Kale
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SourceTheir headlineBiasSentiment
mintSamay Raina calls out audience member after sexist comment on Latent 2, netizens praise: 'Pranit More hota toh...' MintLeftNeutral
indiatodaySamay Raina slams sexist remark on Latent 2, fans praise him for taking a standCenterPositive
englishAlia, Sharvari left stunned as Samay Raina shuts down sexist joke on Latent amid Pranit More backlash WATCH

Coverage timeline

hindustantimes broke this story on 21 Jun, 04:52 am. Other outlets followed.

  1. 1
    hindustantimes21 Jun, 04:52 am
    Samay Raina shuts down audience member's misogynist joke on India's Got Latent, internet says: 'Pranit More take notes'
  2. 2
    news1821 Jun, 05:41 am
    Samay Raina Shuts Down Misogynistic Remark On India's Got Latent; Netizens Tell Pranit More, 'Take Notes'
  3. 3
    english21 Jun, 06:57 am
    Alia, Sharvari left stunned as Samay Raina shuts down sexist joke on Latent amid Pranit More backlash WATCH
  4. 4
    indiatoday21 Jun, 08:54 am
    Samay Raina slams sexist remark on Latent 2, fans praise him for taking a stand

Lens Score breakdown

38/100
Public interest16/100
Coverage gap100%

Story is receiving appropriate media attention relative to public interest.

Accountability flags

TBN's analysis identified the following accountability dimensions in this story.

  • sexual misconduct

    This story involves allegations of sexual harassment, assault, or exploitation.

Who's involved

Institutions and figures named across source coverage.

Government
National Commission for WomenMaharashtra Cyber Police
Enforcement
Maharashtra Cyber Police

Story context

Category
Entertainment
Location
India
Sources analysed
5
Last analysed
21 Jun 2026
Key entities
Samay RainaMisogynyIndiaSocial mediaAlia BhattIndian rupeeComedianInstagramStereotypeRedditViral phenomenonGurgaon
Left
Neutral
news18Samay Raina Shuts Down Misogynistic Remark On India's Got Latent; Netizens Tell Pranit More, 'Take Notes'CenterNeutral
hindustantimesSamay Raina shuts down audience member's misogynist joke on India's Got Latent, internet says: 'Pranit More take notes'LeftNeutral
5
mint21 Jun, 09:07 am
Samay Raina calls out audience member after sexist comment on Latent 2, netizens praise: 'Pranit More hota toh...' Mint
Samay Raina Addresses Sexist Remark on India's Got Latent Amid Pranit More Controversy