Speaking to the media on Thursday while heading to watch Welcome to the Jungle, Sunil Pal addressed questions about his equation with Samay Raina and the possibility of appearing on the show in the future. During the interaction, Pal claimed that Raina had personally approached him to participate in the program and had even offered a substantial fee.

According to Pal, he made it clear during the conversation that he would not engage in abusive language or profanity on the show. He alleged that he was told he would not be required to use such language himself, but that other participants would continue to do so.

The comedian, however, stopped short of confirming whether he would ever consider appearing in a future season of the show.

Pal also referred to Samay Raina’s social media activity during the interaction. Pointing out that the comedian follows him on Instagram, Pal remarked that the move reflected recognition of senior artists in the industry. He suggested that younger comedians could benefit from learning from experienced performers who have been part of Indian comedy for decades.

The remarks have attracted attention because Pal has been among the most vocal critics of India’s Got Latent since the show became the subject of controversy over its content and language. During earlier debates surrounding the program, he publicly questioned the type of humour being promoted and argued that entertainment should not rely excessively on offensive expressions.

His latest comments come at a time when the second season of the show has already begun generating discussions online. The new season has featured several high-profile guests from the entertainment industry and continues to draw significant attention across social media platforms.

Pal also took a swipe at actress Alia Bhatt while discussing the show. Referring to her appearance in the latest season, he made a humorous remark linking her participation to the style of comedy associated with the program. The comment quickly circulated online and became part of the wider discussion surrounding the comedian’s media interaction.

Alia Bhatt and actress Sharvari Wagh recently appeared as guests in an episode of the show, where they participated in roasting segments and interacted with contestants and panel members. Clips from the episode have since been widely shared on digital platforms.

The veteran comedian has consistently maintained that he prefers family-friendly entertainment and believes comedy should be accessible to audiences of all age groups. In previous interviews, he had openly challenged the creators of India’s Got Latent, arguing that the true test of content lies in whether it can be comfortably watched with parents and family members.

His criticism has often sparked debate within the comedy community, where opinions remain divided over the growing popularity of roast culture and edgy humour. Supporters of such formats argue that audiences today prefer unrestricted comedy, while critics believe there should be limits when it comes to language and content.

Despite the differences in perspective, Pal’s latest claim regarding the alleged ₹25 lakh offer has added a fresh dimension to the ongoing conversation around the show and its influence on India’s digital entertainment landscape.

Neither Samay Raina nor the makers of India’s Got Latent had publicly responded to Pal’s claims at the time of writing.