Mukesh Khanna, the actor behind the beloved character Shaktimaan, has responded to comedian Samay Raina's remarks, which suggested the character had a negative influence on children. In an interview, Khanna criticized the type of content being produced online, asserting that it can be harmful to young audiences. He specifically took issue with Raina's comments made during his stand-up special, where Raina jokingly suggested that Shaktimaan was responsible for harming children. Khanna clarified that such narratives are unfounded, stating that no children died because of the show and that previous claims linking incidents to Shaktimaan were proven false in court. He defended the show's legacy, highlighting its successful seven-year run and its positive impact on children, urging creators to be mindful of their content's influence on future generations.