Is Archana Puran Singh out of The Great Indian Kapil Show for season 3 as Navjot Sidhu returns? Here is the truth

In the world of Indian comedy, few shows hold the kind of cultural weight that The Great Indian Kapil Show does. With its legacy of laughter, A-list guests, and unforgettable punchlines, the show has seen multiple evolutions, characters, and cast members. But season 3 is bringing in something even more dramatic- a nostalgic comeback that’s stirring up a storm of speculation and cheers alike. Navjot Singh Sidhu is officially returning to the show. But does that mean Archana Puran Singh is out? The short answer: not at all.

Netflix has confirmed that both Archana Puran Singh and Navjot Singh Sidhu will be part of the new season, as co-judges in what’s being dubbed a “two-judge comedy court.” It's the first time the two will share the same platform in this format, turning what used to be a one-throne setup into a shared spotlight.

Netflix unveiled a promo

The buzz began with a recently released promo that cleverly played into the speculation. In the video, Kapil Sharma blindfolds Archana under the pretence of giving her a surprise. As she dreams aloud about being gifted a luxury car or a stake in Netflix, the actual surprise, a grinning Navjot Singh Sidhu, leaves her momentarily stunned and hilariously speechless. The banter, of course, is all in good humour, but it cleverly sets the stage for the new dynamics viewers can expect this season.

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Navjot Sidhu and Kapil Sharma nostalgia

For fans who remember the original magic between Kapil and Sidhu during their earlier collaborations on The Kapil Sharma Show and The Great Indian Laughter Challenge, this is a highly anticipated reunion. Sidhu, once a fixture of the show until his 2019 exit over political controversy, had been replaced by Archana Puran Singh, who herself became an integral part of the show’s identity with her hearty laughter and comic timing.

Sidhu’s brief return in season 2 as a guest, with his wife in tow, had already signalled that bridges had been mended. The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 3 begins streaming on June 21 on Netflix and promises a powerful comeback not just for Sidhu but also for the show's full ensemble. Comedy stars like Sunil Grover, Krushna Abhishek, and Kiku Sharda are also returning to deliver the madcap energy fans have come to love.