Samay Raina’s style of comedy has often sparked conversations around the use of abusive language and whether it has become too central to modern stand-up. In an interview actor and comedian Paritosh Tripathi shared his perspective on the debate. He argued that an artist’s work should not be judged only through one aspect of their performance. Referring to Samay’s wit and spontaneity, Paritosh said audiences have the choice to decide what they enjoy. He also pointed to the distinct storytelling styles of comedians such as Zakir Khan and stressed that liking something does not necessarily mean one has to become part of it.
Paritosh Tripathi On Samay Raina’s Comedy
Speaking about Samay Raina’s comedy, Paritosh Tripathi said that audiences who buy tickets and watch a comedian are clearly choosing to engage with that particular style of humour. However, he believes Samay’s appeal cannot be reduced simply to his use of abusive language.
Paritosh highlighted Samay’s spontaneity and wit while explaining his point. “He is very witty. He is very spontaneous,” he said. According to Paritosh, focusing only on the abusive language can overlook the other qualities that make a comedian successful. “But, if you remove the abuse, then that person is a magician,” he said, referring to the performer’s ability to entertain audiences.
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‘Zakir Started Different Storytelling’
Paritosh also brought up Zakir Khan as an example of how comedians can develop their own identities rather than following an established formula. “Like many people were doing comedy, Zakir started different storytelling. So, Zakir Bhai's world became different,” he said.
For Paritosh, comedy has several forms, and audiences connect with performers for different reasons. The popularity of a particular comedian, therefore, cannot necessarily be judged through one element of their act.
What Arshad Warsi Said About Personal Choices
Paritosh further recalled a point made by actor Arshad Warsi while discussing the difference between liking something and becoming part of it. “I don't need to become a part of what I like,” Paritosh quoted Warsi as saying. He then recalled Warsi’s candid example: “I like porn. But I can't do it.”
The comparison was used to underline Paritosh’s larger argument: viewers can enjoy or dislike a particular form of entertainment, but that does not mean they need to adopt the same style themselves. For Paritosh Tripathi, the debate around comedy ultimately comes down to individual choice. Different comedians have different voices, and audiences remain free to decide which style works for them.