In a surprising turn of events, India’s Got Latent (IGL) stars Apoorva Mukherjee, popularly known as The Rebel Kid, and comedian Samay Raina were spotted together for the first time since the show’s controversial fallout. Their photos, now trending on social media, have sent fans into a frenzy.
A Reunion That Broke the Internet
Last night, Samay Raina shared an Instagram story featuring Apoorva enjoying drinks with him. Apoorva reposted the story, appreciating the background music – ‘Sensation’ by Elohim. Later, she posted another picture that included a mutual friend. These candid moments from their Instagram accounts have gone viral, signaling a significant moment of closure—or perhaps a new beginning.
Fans Relieved After Long Silence
The appearance of Apoorva and Samay together has brought relief to their fans, many of whom speculated about a falling out. Apoorva had taken a long break from social media following the IGL controversy, and this return has been emotional for many followers.
In a heartfelt post, Samay shared, “Posted a bit too many stories today. I was suffocating inside, can’t explain it. It all came out at once. Love and gratitude to you all.”
Apoorva Previously Opened Up About Hate
Before this reunion, Apoorva had posted a series of bold Instagram stories revealing the hate and threats she received post-IGL. Her posts included mentions of acid attacks, rape threats, and death warnings. She shared a 20-slide post showing the extent of abusive messages she endured. Despite the trauma, she thanked her fans and close friends for their unwavering support and revealed her future content plans.
The IGL Controversy – A Recap
The India’s Got Latent controversy erupted when one of the show’s episodes featured objectionable remarks by Ranveer Allahbadia, triggering a backlash. Samay Raina got entangled in legal troubles as a result, eventually leading to the show being shut down. Since then, rumors about a fallout between Apoorva and Samay made rounds. However, their recent reunion offers hope and healing.
