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

Kapil Sharma's popular comedy show, The Great Indian Kapil Show, made a comeback with its third season on Netflix, starting on June 21, 2025 The premiere featured superstar Salman Khan as a guest, drawing significant attention.

The show has faced mixed reactions on social media, with some fans expressing disappointment over the use of double-meaning jokes and repetitive content, calling it "vulgar" and "cheap"

A particular skit featuring Krushna Abhishek dressed as a woman and flirting with Salman Khan went viral, sparking criticism for promoting outdated humor and gender stereotypes

Viewers have also criticized the show for its cross-dressing acts, accusing it of regressive portrayals of gender roles

Despite the backlash, Kapil Sharma's loyal fanbase has defended the show, arguing that it still provides laughter and is more family-friendly compared to bolder content available on platforms like YouTube

This season marks the return of the original team, including Archana Puran Singh, Krushna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda, Sunil Grover, and Navjot Singh Sidhu as a judge, aiming to revive the show's earlier charm

The show has been compared unfavorably to its earlier seasons on Colors TV, with some viewers feeling that the new episodes lack freshness and originality

The show's return has sparked discussions on its quality, with some fans nostalgic for its past glory, while others call for new and innovative content