Samay Raina: Still Alive

Samay Raina: Still Alive (2026)



9.3 2026 81 min India

Director: Karan Asnani

Cast: Samay Raina

Comedy
Samay Raina returns following a year-long hiatus, revisiting the stormy aftermath of the India's Got Latent scandal—a time defined by intense backlash, legal battles, and a deliberate retreat from public view.

More About This Film

Samay Raina: Still Alive is a 2026 Hindi stand-up special in which comedian Samay Raina revisits the turbulent period following the India's Got Latent controversy. The special draws on the backlash, legal scrutiny, and period of withdrawal from public life that followed the controversy.

Karan Asnani directed the special, while Raina wrote and performs it. The result combines stand-up with autobiographical reflection, giving Raina a platform to respond to a difficult chapter in his career through comedy.

  • Karan Asnani directed the special.
  • Samay Raina wrote and stars in it.
  • Balraj Singh Ghai also appears.
  • The special was released in India on April 7, 2026.
  • IMDb lists an 8.8/10 rating from more than 300 users.

Where to Watch

Samay Raina: Still Alive is distributed as an online stand-up special.