- By Aditi Priya Singh
- Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:00 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Veteran actor Anupam Kher recently met comedian and YouTuber Samay Raina, along with his parents and shared his experience on social media. The interaction turned out to be warm and memorable, with Kher praising not just Samay’s talent but also his family values. He highlighted the comedian’s personality beyond the stage and appreciated the simplicity and warmth of his parents.
Samay Raina And His Parents Visited Anupam Kher’s Acting School
Anupam Kher meets Samay Raina and his parents (Image: Instagram)
Anupam Kher shared a post on Instagram and revealed that Samay Raina visited his acting school with his parents, Pushkar Ji and Sweety Ji. He described them as a Kashmiri Pandit family and appreciated their humility and welcoming nature. The actor shared that he felt a strong sense of warmth during their interaction and admired how grounded the family is despite Samay’s growing popularity.
Anupam Kher’s Praise For Samay Raina's Personality
Anupam Kher mentioned that while Samay appears sharp, witty and confident on screen, he is equally responsible and caring in real life. He especially admired how the comedian looks after his parents and prioritises their safety. At just 28, Samay’s humour and timing impressed him.
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In a light-hearted tone, the actor said, “I think he is a genius!” He also shared a fun moment where both of them tried cracking jokes but ended up failing, making it a memorable and humorous exchange.
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Samay Raina’s Show Controversy
Samay Raina had earlier been in the spotlight due to controversy surrounding Ranveer Allahbadia and his show India's Got Latent in 2025. A controversial question asked during an episode led to backlash on social media. Multiple complaints were filed, and the matter even reached the National Commission for Women. Later, the Supreme Court granted interim relief but criticised the remarks as inappropriate.
Anupam Kher Calls It A Memorable Interaction
Anupam Kher ended his note by thanking Samay and his parents for the visit. He called the meeting special and promised Sweety Ji that he would introduce her to his own mother when she visits Mumbai next time.




