Samay Raina's 'Still Alive' Comedy Special Breaks Records and Reflects Honesty
Samay Raina Calls Comedy Special ‘Still Alive’ His Most ‘Honest’ Effort: 'I Owe Every View To...'
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Comedian Samay Raina's new comedy special 'Still Alive', released on April 7, 2026, has garnered over 53.4 million views on YouTube, making it the most-watched stand-up special globally. Raina describes it as his most honest work, reflecting his journey and authenticity following a year of controversy.
- 01'Still Alive' has achieved 53.4 million views on YouTube, setting a global record.
- 02The special recorded over 22 million views within its first 24 hours.
- 03Raina describes the special as his most honest work, showcasing his true self.
- 04The release follows a year of controversy surrounding his previous show.
- 05Raina's comedy tour has expanded globally after the special's success.
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Comedian Samay Raina's comedy special 'Still Alive', released on April 7, 2026, has taken the internet by storm, amassing over 53.4 million views on YouTube and becoming the most-watched full-length stand-up comedy special globally. Raina calls it his most honest effort, stating, 'I owe every view to the people who never stopped showing up.' The special had an impressive debut, with 22 million views in its first 24 hours and reaching 48 million within a week. It captures Raina's journey in a raw and unfiltered manner, focusing on his authenticity rather than past controversies. This release comes after a turbulent year marked by backlash from his show 'India’s Got Latent', which included legal troubles and public scrutiny. Since then, Raina has successfully returned to the stage with his 'Still Alive & Unfiltered India' tour, which has expanded to international locations including Europe, Australia, and the USA.
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