Cinema VinesAfter the third episode of Netflix’s India’s Got Talent Season 2 aired on Friday, Bihar teacher and social‑media personality Sakshi Jha found herself the target of a fierce online backlash. In her stand‑up set, Jha described herself as a “man‑hater” and claimed her life goal was to beat her husband after drinking alcohol. The remarks spread quickly across social media, sparking a wave of memes and harsh criticism that left the comedian’s followers and the broader public calling for a response.
Enter comedian Samay Raina, who stepped forward to defend Jha on his Instagram Stories from an Alibaug getaway. In a selfie video, Raina urged his male followers—he calls them “menz”—to stop harassing Jha and reminded everyone that the show is a platform for people to say whatever they want and then move on. He said, “I am currently watching all the reactions to this episode across the internet. A lot of memes are being made about Sakshi Jha being a ‘men‑hater.’ So, I just have a request for my ‘menz’ – please be kind to her.”
Raina added that performing on stage is not easy and that the people behind the memes are real humans who deserve compassion. He called for a shift from trolling to sending love, stating, “As long as it’s just memes and people are having fun, it’s okay. But don’t forget that there’s a real person on the other side.” He further praised Jha’s contribution to the episode, noting that without her participation the show would not have been as memorable. “You have to give her credit; she made the episode what it was,” he said.
The controversy highlights the tension between comedic expression and online harassment. While some viewers defended Jha’s right to speak her mind, others criticized her remarks as misogynistic. Raina’s call for kindness has sparked a broader conversation about the responsibilities of comedians and the impact of viral memes on individuals’ reputations.
As the debate continues, the episode remains a talking point on social media, with many users weighing in on whether Jha’s comments were justified or whether the backlash was excessive. Meanwhile, Raina’s public appeal has prompted a number of his followers to reconsider their reactions, suggesting that even in a digital age, empathy can still find a place in the conversation surrounding entertainment.
