The Great Indian Kapil Show Faces Backlash, Trolled for Vulgar Jokes and Double Meaning

Popular comedian Kapil Sharma made a grand comeback with Season 3 of The Great Indian Kapil Show on Netflix, premiering on June 21, 2025. The debut episode featured superstar Salman Khan as the guest. Fans had high expectations for Kapil’s signature brand of comedy, but initial responses on social media seem divided.

Double-Meaning Jokes & Repetition Spark Backlash

Clips from the episode have gone viral—especially a skit where Krushna Abhishek, dressed as a woman, flirts with Salman Khan. Many viewers slammed the segment as “vulgar” and “cheap,” criticizing the show for relying on outdated, double-entendre humor.

One user wrote:

"Same old vulgar, sexist and body-shaming jokes. Time for Kapil and his writers to come up with something new."

Another commented:

“The real fun was when the show aired on Colors TV. Now every season feels like a recycled version of the last.”

Criticism of Gender Stereotypes & Cross-Dressing Acts

A segment where male characters impersonate women received heavy criticism. Some netizens accused the show of promoting regressive stereotypes in the name of entertainment.

The Krushna-Salman act was particularly targeted, with users calling it a reflection of the show’s declining quality.

Supporters Defend the Show

Despite the backlash, many loyal fans came to Kapil Sharma’s defense.

“YouTube is full of even bolder adult comedy. At least Kapil is trying to make us laugh,” wrote one user.

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Cast Update & Nostalgic Twist

This season features the return of the original team—including Archana Puran Singh, Krushna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda, Sunil Grover, and notably Navjot Singh Sidhu as a judge, giving fans a taste of the show's earlier charm.

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