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WHAT IS A GHOUL
MUMBAI: What is this mysterious creature? Is it a Ghost, a Werewolf, Vampire, Wizard or a Witch, none of the above? According to Arabic folklore, a Ghoul is a demonic phantom or an evil spirit that blends in right with humans. The Ghoul is flaccid and can take the shape of any human. A human can trade his/her soul to call upon the Ghoul! It is also considered a fiendish Jinn who dwells in your past guilt, feeds on it and makes you feel remorseful. The Ghoul thrives on finishing the task, finding the guilt and eating the flesh! Talk about psychological thriller meets horror meets the devil within!
Taking this mythology and fables into a contemporary and modern-day setting, Ghoul is set in a covert detention center at which military officials question and often torture suspected terrorists. The series revolves around Nida, a newly-minted interrogator who turned in her own father as an anti-government activist. She arrives at the center to discover that some of these terrorists are not from this world, and she must fight for not just the truth, but for her survival as well. In her quest of finding the truth, she unmasks the demons within these corrupt officers at the military camp! Because, as they say, the demon is amongst us and within us.
Netflix is all set to send chills down your spine with the release of ‘Ghoul’ and venture into the Indian horror/thriller genre. The suspenseful and thrilling trailer of the series has managed to garner a lot of attention and has piqued the curiosity of audiences prior to its release.
While you wait for Ghoul to release on Netflix on August 24, here’s a little sneak peek into a video from the series for you to know ‘What is a GHOUL?’
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Samay Raina confirms return of India’s Got Latent after controversy
Still Alive mixes humour and reflection as comedian revisits 2025 row
MUMBAI: Samay Raina has signalled a possible return of his controversial show India’s Got Latent, using his latest stand-up special Still Alive to address the past and hint at what lies ahead.
Released on YouTube, the special marks Raina’s most candid take yet on the backlash that forced the show off air in 2025. While much of the performance leans on humour, it also dips into more reflective territory, offering a glimpse into the emotional toll of the controversy.
Recounting the fallout, YouTube comedian samay raina said, “We were both extremely unsettled. How would we navigate this? It was terrifying. We were lost as to what was happening.” He also spoke about a moment involving fellow comedian Balraj Ghai’s family, describing it as overwhelming and difficult to process.
The personal impact of the episode came through most strongly when Raina spoke about his family. He admitted he struggled to even answer a call from his mother during the crisis. YouTube comedian samay raina said, “I hesitated to answer her call and show my tear-streaked face. How would she react? My mom is unaware of anything except how to love.”
Amid the introspection, Raina also dropped a clear hint about the future of his show. While he believes the first season ended on a high note, he confirmed that he intends to revive it. YouTube comedian samay raina said, “I will bring back the show because it used to be fun making it.”
The original run of India’s Got Latent had been pulled down following widespread criticism and legal scrutiny over controversial remarks that went viral, prompting debates around content boundaries in India’s digital entertainment space. Raina later removed episodes and issued an apology, stepping back from major releases for a period.
His return now appears more measured, blending humour with reflection and signalling a creative reset. He also hinted that the next iteration of the show could be more raw and unfiltered, though details remain under wraps.
For fans, the takeaway is simple. The show that sparked both laughter and debate may be gearing up for a second act, with Raina ready to test the limits once again, this time with a sharper sense of where the lines lie.
