Mukesh Khanna Launches Scathing Attack on Samay Raina Over Shaktimaan Remark
Comedian Samay Raina, who recently made headlines due to the 'India's Got Latent' controversy, has once again captured public attention with his new video titled Still Alive, which is currently trending across various online platforms. In this comeback special, Raina delved into various aspects of his personal life, including his family background and the support he received during challenging periods.
Samay Raina's Shaktimaan Dig Sparks Outrage
During his latest Still Alive performance, the standup comedian took a pointed jab at veteran actor Mukesh Khanna's iconic 1990s superhero character, Shaktimaan. This remark did not go unnoticed, prompting a fierce reaction from Khanna, who expressed his displeasure through his social media accounts.
Mukesh Khanna's Fiery Social Media Response
The seasoned actor took to X, formerly known as Twitter, where he launched a blistering critique of Raina. In his post, Khanna used harsh language, referring to Raina as a "Kutte ki dum" (a dog's tail) and suggested that he should be made to sit on a donkey. He shared the same message on his Instagram account, amplifying his condemnation.
The actor's statement read: "Kutte ki dum tedhi rehti hai. Use lakh sheeshiyo main rakho. Baahar nikaalo. Fir tedhi ki tedhi. Samay Raina ki bhi ek dum hai. Kitna bhi maaro, seedha karo, woh waapas tedhi ho jaati hai…" This translates to: "A dog's tail stays crooked. Keep it locked in a thousand bottles—take it out, still crooked. Samay Raina has the same tail. No matter how much you try to fix it, straighten it."
Khanna further elaborated: "Kiyunki woh seedha prani nahi hai. Woh roasted prani hai. Gandagi ki aag main jalaya hua. Pakaya hua. Poore desh ne latara, maara, fir bhi aa gaya besharmo ki tarah." This means: "Because he isn't simple or straight. He's a roasted kind of being—burnt, baked in the fire of his own filth. The whole country called him out. Dragged him, slammed him—yet he came back again, shamelessly, almost asking for it again."
Khanna Calls for Public Humiliation
In a particularly intense conclusion to his post, Mukesh Khanna advocated for public shaming, stating: "Aur maar khaane. Ab ek hi cheez baaki hai. Uska mooh kaala kar gadhe par bitha kar desh bhar ke shehro main gaaliya uski parade karni chahiye. Jahan bachche usko ande, tamatar maare. Kiyuni usne unke superhero shaktimaan ka apmaan kiya hai." This translates to: "And now it's the same story—nothing changes, nothing straightens. All this noise, all this backlash, because he took a shot at people's superhero, Shaktimaan."
Background of the Feud
Mukesh Khanna's strong statement comes just days after Samay Raina addressed the issue of "irrelevant people" attempting to gain attention amidst his ongoing 'India's Got Latent' controversy. Raina had previously commented: "Shaktimaan aagaya tha yaar. Shaktimaan se kaisai ladengay. Tune bacche maare hai, tu kya moral high ground lekar baitha hai." This means: "Shaktimaan has arrived, man. How will we fight Shaktimaan? You've hit children, what moral high ground are you sitting on?"
The exchange highlights a deepening rift between the comedian and the actor, with Khanna's reaction underscoring his protective stance towards his beloved character and its legacy. This incident adds another layer to Raina's controversial public persona, following his previous disputes, and has ignited discussions among fans and critics alike regarding the boundaries of humor and respect in entertainment.
