Popular comedy creators Gautami Kawale and Abhyudaya Mohan, known collectively as the duo behind the massive YouTube channel Slayy Point, revealed how years of public scrutiny and cyberbullying have forced them to filter their authentic voices.
Appearing on the latest episode of Chapter 2, a podcast hosted by actress Rhea Chakraborty, the duo shared the mental toll of growing up in the public eye since their school days.
The conversation marks a rare deep dive into the internal lives of two of India’s most successful digital entertainers, who currently command a following of over 10 million subscribers.
Mohan and Kawale explained that while they started with a raw and unfiltered approach to comedy, the weight of constant feedback has changed their creative process.
Kawale noted that every script now passes through a mental filter where they anticipate potential “troll” reactions before filming. This internal editing has become a survival mechanism against the “scarring” nature of the internet.
The duo also addressed the phenomenon of “fake hope” provided by short-form content like Instagram Reels.
Mohan described how a single viral video can mislead aspiring creators into believing they have achieved permanent fame, only to face a significant mental health crisis when subsequent videos fail to gain traction.
They emphasized that the current digital landscape often gamifies success, making it difficult for creators to feel satisfied with any level of achievement once a new “high” is reached.
Reflecting on their early beginnings, the creators recalled starting their journey in 2016 while still in the 12th grade. Originally named Silly Point, the channel was intended to be a cricket fan community consisting of six friends.
However, after two years of stagnant growth, the other members quit, leaving only Abhyudaya and Gautami to pivot toward the observational comedy that eventually led to their breakthrough.
They credited the 2020 lockdown and the viral “Binod” meme for their explosive growth, which helped convince their parents that YouTube could be a viable profession.
Abhyudaya and Gautami admitted that their intense focus on building their digital empire resulted in significant personal sacrifices, including a lack of traditional college experiences and local knowledge of their own city, Mumbai.
As they approach 30, both creators expressed a desire to find more balance and “live life” outside the YouTube bubble.
Despite the pressures, the duo remains one of India’s most resilient creator partnerships, having maintained their friendship and professional collaboration for over 13 years.
