Samay Raina’s “she is so Bihari” remark about Sharon Verma leaves 'India’s Got Latent' in unexpected chaos

Highlights

• Samay Raina took a playful dig at Sharon Verma’s Bihari roots on India’s Got Latent 2
• Sharon responded with a sharp joke of her own, leaving Samay and the panel laughing
• The exchange has sparked reactions from viewers online

Samay Raina found himself on the receiving end of a sharp comeback after taking a playful dig at comedian Sharon Verma’s Bihari roots on India’s Got Latent 2.

The exchange began when Raina introduced Verma to the audience and joked about her connection to Bihar. “She is so Bihari; she thinks ‘ebola’ means someone said something,” he said.

Verma was quick to fire back, turning the joke on Raina by referencing his Kashmiri background. “Samay is so Kashmiri; he loves getting stoned,” she replied.

Sharon Verma takes the joke further

Raina continued teasing Verma, saying she was “a Bihari who came to Mumbai in search of a job” and calling it “just Bihari things.”

But Verma had another punchline ready.

“At least, I left my state by my choice,” she told Raina.

The comeback immediately sent the panel into laughter. Raina burst out laughing, got up from his seat and applauded Verma, while the audience cheered.

A clip of the exchange has since circulated on social media, with viewers praising Verma’s timing. One viewer wrote, “She cooked him hard,” while another said Raina had tried to troll Verma but ended up getting roasted himself.

Sharon Verma’s India’s Got Latent connection

Verma previously appeared as a contestant during the first season of India’s Got Latent. Her return in the second season has given viewers another chance to see her interact with Raina and the show's panel.

Created and hosted by Raina, the series is known for its unscripted format and irreverent comedy, with contestants and panelists frequently engaging in spontaneous banter.

India’s Got Latent returns for season 2

India’s Got Latent 2 premiered on June 20, 2026, following the controversy and legal scrutiny surrounding its first season.

The second season has also acknowledged the increased attention surrounding the show, including a tongue-in-cheek reference to an 11-member legal team.

Despite the heightened scrutiny, the show continues to generate discussion online, with viewers debating whether its latest episodes are more restrained than the first season.

For now, Raina and Verma’s exchange has become another viral moment from the series, with the comedian’s attempt at a joke quickly turning into an opportunity for Verma to deliver the final punchline.