Social media is erupting as fans express their discontent over Amitabh Bachchan‘s selection of guests for the latest episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC). Viewers were particularly taken aback by the appearance of YouTuber Samay Raina, who has recently come under fire for comments made on his own show, India’s Got Latent. This criticism has intensified after Samay appeared on KBC alongside fellow YouTubers Tanmay Bhat and Bhuvan Bam, prompting calls for accountability from fans.
The riveting backlash erupted shortly after a video clip showcasing the episode went viral. Netizens quickly recalled a recent incident involving Ranveer Allahbadia, who posed a controversial question on his own platform, raising concerns about the kind of individuals being invited to represent this esteemed quiz show. Comments on social media have ranged from disappointment to outright outrage, with users questioning the integrity and judgment of the KBC producers, including the legendary Amitabh Bachchan himself.
One user lamented, “According to OUR esteemed #SamayRaina Sir, it’s all about ‘Don’t Like, Don’t Watch’!! I am appalled at this, and it’s hard to fathom that OUR respected #RanveerAllahbadia has been conferred with the #NationalCreatorAward by our #PrimeMinister. Samay was on #KBC @BeerBicepsGuy.” Another criticism leveled at the show’s team involved their failure to conduct adequate background checks on guests, urging Bachchan to exercise greater discretion: “Respected Mr. Bachchan, next time you have guests on the show, kindly check their credentials before inviting them to #KBC!!”
Moreover, some users directed their frustration personally toward Amitabh Bachchan. One Twitter user wrote, “Amitabh sir should be ashamed of himself for calling a keeda on his show,” while another noted, “This time crossed all the lines… not expected.” Such comments indicate a palpable disappointment among Big B’s fanbase, with one user even imploring the superstar to cleanse himself of the “sins” associated with having Raina on the show.
In the episode, the humorous interactions between Bachchan and the guests revealed an unsettling dynamic. Samay jokingly pointed out that the first Amitabh Bachchan film he watched was Sooryavansham, to which Bachchan responded with his iconic line from the movie. In a further attempt at humor, Samay remarked about potentially having a stake in Bachchan’s properties, eliciting laughter but also discomfort from some viewers who felt that the context was inappropriate.
The situation escalated as Samay recalled a time when he attempted to enter Bachchan’s residence, Jalsa, only to be thwarted by his security team. As these interactions became widely circulated online, many began to question the suitability of such guests appearing on a show known for its intellectual rigor.
The significant backlash against Amitabh Bachchan’s guest selection raises larger questions about the standards expected on KBC. Fans and critics alike are now wondering how this controversy will affect future episodes and how the show’s producers will navigate this intense wave of criticism. Moving forward, it remains to be seen whether these developments will lead to changes in the guest selection process or whether the show’s popularity will withstand the backlash surrounding it.
