Supreme Court Quashes FIRs Against Samay Raina and Others in Latent Show Row

August 14, 2026

New Delhi: The Supreme Court has quashed all FIRs filed against comedian Samay Raina and others in connection with the India’s Got Latent show. This case involved alleged derogatory remarks made against people with disabilities during the show.

Previous instructions complied with

The court issued this decision after the accused complied with the earlier instructions. The court had previously directed Samay Raina and others to publicly apologize, participate in awareness programs, and contribute to initiatives working for people with disabilities.

Following the controversy surrounding the show, numerous complaints and FIRs were filed in various parts of the country.

Legal proceedings halted

Following the Supreme Court’s latest order, criminal proceedings related to these FIRs have been terminated. This provides a major legal relief to Samay Raina and others involved in the case.

The India’s Got Latent controversy sparked a nationwide debate over online content, comedy and sensitivity towards people with disabilities.