Supreme Court Quashes FIRs Against Samay Raina, 4 Comedians

The Supreme Court of India on Friday, August 14, 2026, quashed all criminal cases and closed proceedings against comedian Samay Raina and four other comedians, bringing a definitive end to a legal saga stemming from insensitive remarks made on the show "Indias Got Latent." The bench, led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, noted the respondents' compliance with earlier court directions aimed at raising awareness and funds for persons with disabilities.

The case originated from remarks made during an episode of "Indias Got Latent" that were criticized as offensive toward persons with disabilities, particularly those with Spinal Muscular Atrophy. The Cure SMA Foundation filed a petition, leading the Supreme Court to issue an unusual directive in November 2025. Instead of a conventional penalty, the comedians were ordered to organize at least two fundraising events monthly for disability treatment and to invite successful persons with disabilities to share their stories on their platforms.

The proceedings saw sharp judicial criticism at various points. In March 2025, the court warned Raina against publicly discussing the case after he made comments about it during a show in...