Comedy King Kapil Sharma is back with season 3 of ‘The Great Indian Kapil Sharma Show,’ now streaming on Netflix. The first episode, featuring superstar Salman Khan, generated considerable anticipation.
The Great Indian Kapil Show: However, the third season of ‘The Great Indian Kapil Sharma Show’ on Netflix has failed to meet audience expectations. The much-anticipated first episode, released on June 21st and featuring Salman Khan, received mixed reactions despite the familiar star cast of Kapil Sharma, Sunil Grover, Krushna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda, and Archana Puran Singh.
Questions Raised Over Double-Meaning Comedy
Several viral clips on social media have drawn criticism. Users claim the show has increased its reliance on double entendres and vulgarity, sacrificing genuine humor and freshness. One viral clip shows Krushna Abhishek, dressed as a woman, attempting to woo Salman Khan, sparking b negative reactions online.
One user wrote on X (formerly Twitter): Krushna's actions are not comedy, but vulgarity. Making fun of women in this way is dragging the show down.
Same Script, Same Jokes Every Time?
A major complaint is the show's lack of originality. The new season closely resembles Kapil Sharma's older format. Sketches, punchlines, and characters remain largely unchanged. Many users felt they were watching a repeat broadcast from 2016. One user commented: Kapil Sharma's show on Colors channel had creativity; now, only the name has changed, the content is stale.
The show's repeated jokes targeting women's attire, weight, and body shape have also faced criticism. Users argue that such body-shaming and misogynistic comedy is outdated and unacceptable. Another user wrote: Kapil Sharma and his team still make fun of bodies. This isn't acceptable in 2025. This old formula won't work anymore.
Some Viewers Defend Kapil
Despite the criticism, some viewers have defended Kapil Sharma. One user wrote: If you watch YouTube comedy, there's far bolder content. Kapil Sharma's comedy still seems family-friendly. Another user stated: You can't please everyone. Some people find fault in everything. Kapil Sharma is a great performer; he should have creative freedom.
Navjot Singh Sidhu's return marks another notable aspect, sharing the stage with Archana Puran Singh after a long absence. However, his comeback hasn't significantly boosted the show's energy. Viewers feel the team lacks energy, missing the spark of previous seasons.
