Rajiv Thakur opens up about his bond with Samay Raina, crediting him for reigniting his stand-up comedy career and supporting his new vlog channel. Rajiv also reflects on the India's Got Latent controversy, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's audience and being prepared for the nature of the show. Thakur admires Samay's respect and love for fellow comedians.
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