I wish the show had not included some jokes.. Raghu Ram reacts to India's Got Latent row

Mumbai: Actor and TV personality Raghu Ram has spoken about the recent controversy surrounding podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia's comments on comedian Samay Raina's YouTube show 'India's Got Latent'.

Raghu Ram Reacts to India's Got Latent Controversy

Taking to his Instagram handle, he mentioned that he does not regret his appearance on 'India's Got Latent'; however, he pointed out that such jokes should not have been used on the show that "caused such hurt.

Raghu Ram Speaks Out on India's Got Latent Row

Without mentioning the name of Ranveer, he opened up on the entire backlash and shared, "I do not regret being part of IGL. I wish the show had not included some jokes that caused such hurt. Sensibilities of a paying audience in a show can differ from a larger youtube audience.

Raghu Ram Expresses Regret Over Jokes in India's Got Latent Controversy

I might have kept some jokes out of the episode, but I am nobody to tell Samay or the makers what jokes to keep and which, if any, words to beep.He added that it is up to the makers to decide the content and he cannot tell or guide them about it, "It is their call, and I'm sure they don't take that responsibility lightly.

Raghu Ram Responds to India's Got Latent Backlash: 'Some Jokes Went Too Far'

Freedom of speech is meaningless without the freedom to offend. Offence is often taken even when none is intended.Raghu said "sorry" if he had "actually caused hurt to anyone."
"But of course, I am sorry if I have actually caused hurt to anyone.

Raghu Ram Reacts to India's Got Latent Criticism, Regrets Certain Jokes

Comedians push boundaries, call out society and speak truth to power while entertaining. But no comedian sets out to hurt sentiments. And they would be the first to apologise if they did. I do hope society maintains a proper perspective on the scale of this issue compared to others that need more outrage," he wrote.

Raghu Ram Discusses India's Got Latent Backlash, Wishes Some Jokes Were Left Out

Raghu Ram captioned the post with, "The news seems to have its own way of reporting the ongoing IGL investigation. Statements I have made are being spun to make it sound different. Since their version is out, I'd like to put out mine as well."

Raghu Ram Opens Up About India's Got Latent Row: "Some Jokes Shouldn't Have Been Made"

The controversy erupted after Allahbadia's remark in a recent episode of the show did not sit well with the audience. During the show, he asked a contestant, "Would you rather watch your parents... or join in once and stop it forever?