Comedy stages occasionally deliver moments that manage to spark intense debates right in the middle of laughter. Lately, comedian Samay Raina's popular show India's Got Latent 2 has been making headlines for precisely such reasons. This particular episode featured Bollywood actress Huma Qureshi and well-known entertainer Krushna Abhishek among several other familiar faces on the panel. During the recording, a casual joke cracked by the host triggered a fresh wave of online discussions. A contestant appeared on the stage introducing herself as Salma Deewani, and right from the start of their interaction, Samay's remark about her cousin reportedly made Huma feel quite uncomfortable, though the contestant's rustic and confident style ultimately captured the internet's attention. Who exactly is Salma Deewani and what was that cousin husband remark all about?
The Cousin Husband Joke That Sparked a Debate
When the contestant Salma Deewani walked onto the stage, Samay Raina asked her who she had come to the show with. She immediately replied that she had arrived along with her cousin. When Huma Qureshi inquired further about her cousin, Samay quickly jumped in with a quip suggesting that the person was actually her husband. Samay's remark was a jibe aimed at marital customs involving first cousins in certain communities. While this joke generated some lighthearted banter on the panel, it has since ignited diverse claims and reactions across discussion forums.
Claims About Huma Qureshi Wanting to Leave
According to a post shared on Reddit by an individual claiming to be an audience member at the shoot, Huma Qureshi was deeply uncomfortable following the joke. The post alleged that the actress grew so distressed that she even contemplated walking out of the show entirely. The claim further suggested that Krushna Abhishek stepped in to console her and tried to calm her down. While these online claims remain unverified, they have added fuel to the ongoing social media discussions surrounding the episode.
Salma Deewani Captures the Internet's Attention
Contestant Salma Deewani has quickly turned into a new internet favorite thanks to her powerful performance on stage. Dressed in a pink kurta and a green dupatta, she delivered a sharp critique of society's double standards regarding men and women. Commenting on society's perception of using foul language, she pointed out that if a woman uses abuses, her reputation is instantly ruined, whereas men who do the same are often rewarded. Her poignant observation drew a standing ovation from the entire panel.
As this video went viral on social media platforms, viewers began searching to find out more about Salma Deewani. Dressed in her traditional pink and green attire, the person behind the persona is actually not Muslim, and her real name is Bhagyashree Tarke. Hailing from old Hyderabad, she is popularly known on Instagram under the moniker 'Salma Deewani'. She works as an actor and previously served as a print journalist. Her profound passion for theatre eventually led her to the National School of Drama, commonly known as NSD. 'Salma Deewani' is actually a theatre play written and directed by her, in which she portrays a Hyderabadi woman who happens to be an ardent fan of Salman Khan.
Backlash and Online Trolling
While those who are familiar with Bhagyashree Tarke's theatrical work are praising her talent, the cousin joke has drawn severe criticism toward both her and Samay Raina from certain sections of the internet. One user wrote on social media pointing out that the girl in the video is Hindu and Samay Raina is Hindu, noting that marriages between cousins mostly occur within certain traditional settings, yet arguments and controversies continue to swirl around such sensitive humor.
