'The Great Indian Kapil Show' Season 2 announced: Where and when to watch Kapil Sharma's comedic comeback. Check returning cast members

Kapil Sharma is set to bring laughter back to screens with the return of his much-loved show, "The Great Indian Kapil Show," on Netflix. The streaming giant, alongside Kapil and his cast, officially announced the arrival of the show's second season on Wednesday, August 21, with a teaser video that quickly sparked excitement among fans.

A Glimpse of The Upcoming Season

The teaser, shared on Netflix's official Instagram account, features the entire cast, including Archana Puran Singh, Sunil Grover, Krushna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda, and Rajiv Thakur. In the promo, Archana Puran Singh kicks off the announcement by saying, "There is good news for all of you. Your very own 'The Great Indian Kapil Show' Season 2 is coming soon." The video then captures the cast holding placards announcing the new season, with Kapil humorously pointing out that he doesn’t need a placard as long as he's present.

Netflix captioned the video, "Ab shanivaar hoga 'Funnyvaar' 'cuz Kapil and gang are coming with double fun and hassi iss baar Season 2 coming soon! Stay tuned," perfectly setting the tone for the upcoming season.

What To Expect In Season 2

While the exact release date is set for September 21, fans are already buzzing with anticipation. The new season promises more of the side-splitting humor that made the first season a hit, with the original cast returning to deliver twice the fun.


Despite the excitement, some fans have expressed disappointment over the absence of Sumona Chakravarti and Chandu, two characters beloved from the TV version of Kapil's show. Social media was abuzz with comments such as, "Need Sumona and Chandu… unke bina mazaa nhi…," reflecting the strong connection audiences have with these characters.

Reflecting on Season 1

The first season of "The Great Indian Kapil Show" debuted in March this year and quickly became one of Netflix's most popular offerings, streaming in about 190 countries. Despite receiving mixed reviews from some quarters, it managed to entertain a global audience over its 13 episodes. The show featured a star-studded lineup of guests, including Ranbir Kapoor, Aamir Khan, Sunny Deol, and international musician Ed Sheeran, adding to its widespread appeal.

The season finale left viewers in splits as Sunil Grover and Krushna Abhishek delivered impeccable mimicry of Bollywood superstars Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan. The episode also featured Kartik Aaryan and his mother, whose candid interactions became a highlight.

Returning Cast Members

As the show prepares to make its comeback, the cast is eager to return to the stage and deliver another season filled with laughter. Kiku Sharda, one of the show's regulars, previously told News18, "We have done 13 episodes and the second season will come out soon. There won’t be a very huge gap." This assurance has only added to the anticipation surrounding the new season.

Fans can look forward to more celebrity guests, spontaneous humor, and the unique brand of comedy that Kapil Sharma and his team bring to the screen.