India's Got Latent 2 contestant sparks outrage with ‘man-hater’ remarks: ‘Pati ko daaru pi ke marna hai’

A contestant on India's Got Latent 2 has landed at the centre of an online controversy after a clip from her performance went viral for comments many social media users described as anti-men.

During her act, the contestant joked, “Pati ko daaru pi ke marna hai” (the husband should drink alcohol and die), a remark that quickly spread across social media platforms and ignited debate over the boundaries of comedy.

The viral clip has divided audiences, with some defending the performance as satirical humour while others criticised it as insensitive and offensive.

Viral clip draws backlash

Soon after the episode aired, excerpts from the contestant's act began circulating online, attracting thousands of reactions.

Many users condemned the remarks, arguing that jokes appearing to celebrate violence or death—regardless of the target—cross the line of acceptable comedy.

Others questioned the show's content moderation and called for greater responsibility in selecting material broadcast to audiences.

Divided reactions online

While criticism dominated much of the online conversation, some viewers defended the contestant, saying the comments were made in a comedic context and should not be interpreted literally.

Supporters argued that stand-up comedy often relies on exaggeration and satire, and that isolated clips shared on social media may not reflect the complete performance.

The differing reactions have once again highlighted the ongoing debate over the limits of humour in entertainment.

Show faces renewed scrutiny

India's Got Latent, known for its edgy and unconventional performances, has previously generated headlines over controversial acts and statements made by contestants.

The latest incident has renewed discussions around creative freedom, responsible entertainment and the role of reality shows in balancing humour with sensitivity.

As of now, the show's producers and the contestant have not issued an official statement regarding the controversy.

Debate continues

With the clip continuing to trend across social media, the incident has become another flashpoint in the larger conversation about comedy, censorship and public accountability.

Whether the controversy affects the show's future episodes remains to be seen, but the viral moment has undoubtedly intensified public scrutiny of its content.