MUST READ! From Physical Fight With Sunil Grover, Jokes On Pregnant Women To Clash With Akshay Kumar: Check Out The BIGGEST CONTROVERSIES Of Kapil Sharma
Kapil Sharma has risen to become one of the finest comedians in the country, captivating national and international audiences through his show, ‘The Kapil Sharma Show’. Despite the ups and downs, Kapil Sharma's talent and charm have continued to win hearts, keeping audiences glued to their screens, eagerly anticipating each episode of his popular show. With a career brimming with laughter, surprises, and controversies, Kapil remains a captivating figure in the entertainment industry, leaving us wondering what his next move will be. However, amidst his widespread acclaim, controversies have not been far behind. Here's a rundown of some of the headline-making controversies surrounding him:
Fake Comments Controversy: Saurav Gurjar's Accusation
‘Brahmastra’ actor Saurav Gurjar took a dig at Kapil Sharma and his team for creating fake comments during a segment on ‘The Kapil Sharma Show’ featuring Ranbir Kapoor. He tweeted, "आप अच्छे इंसान है KapilSharmaK9 लोगो को हॅसाते हैं लेकिन आप और आपकी टीम यें झूठें कमेंट कैसे दिखा सकते हैं किसी की सोशल मीडिया पर। This is not acceptable जय हिंद #TheKapilSharmaShow (You are a good human being, Kapil Sharma. You make people laugh but how could you and your team show fake comments on someone's social media. This is not acceptable)."
The Sunil Grover Brawl: In-Flight Altercation
Kapil Sharma made headlines when he got involved in a public altercation with his fellow comedian Sunil Grover during a flight. At the time, both of them were working together on the show ‘Comedy Nights With Kapil’, with Sunil portraying popular characters like Gutthi and Dr. Mashoor Gulati. While Sunil was seated, an intoxicated Kapil approached him and began verbally abusing him. The situation escalated quickly as Kapil grabbed Sunil's collar and even slapped him. During the heated exchange, Kapil insultingly shouted, "Tu mera naukar hai, tere show flop tha..."
Despite the commotion, Sunil maintained his silence, while other team members intervened to rescue him from the altercation. Following this incident, Sunil vowed to never work with Kapil again, leading him to exit the comedy show immediately and not return. Kapil faced strong criticism from the public for his impulsive behavior towards his colleague.
Clash with Sunil Grover and Chandan Prabhakar
Another major altercation unfolded between Kapil Sharma and Sunil Grover along with Chandan Prabhakar, wherein Kapil allegedly spewed insults at Prabhakar, and Sunil intervened to defuse the situation, only to be met with further rage and assault from Kapil.
Misbehavior at Awards Show: Co-Actresses' Allegations
Kapil Sharma faced accusations of misbehaving with co-actresses during the International Marathi Film Festival Awards 2015 after a few drinks. Reports even surfaced of him misbehaving with a Marathi actress, generating considerable controversy. Later, Kapil wrote a cryptic post, 'I fall, I rise, I make mistakes, I live, I learn, I've been hurt but I am alive. I am human, I am not perfect but I am thankful.'
Ultimatum to Producers: Demanding Changes
As Kapil Sharma tried to juggle his film commitments and ‘Comedy Nights with Kapil’, he reportedly gave an ultimatum to the producers, demanding the show be made weekly or face a four-month hiatus.
Legal Trouble: Joke about Pregnant Woman
Kapil Sharma landed in legal trouble for making a joke about a pregnant woman and faced a complaint filed by an NGO with the Maharashtra State Commission for Women.
Falling Out with Priyanka Chopra: Award Ceremony Incident
Kapil Sharma and Priyanka Chopra had a falling out during an award ceremony when Priyanka kept Kapil waiting for three hours, resulting in media attention.
Complaint to PM Narendra Modi: Alleging Corruption
In 2016, Kapil Sharma grabbed the spotlight when he tweeted a complaint of corruption to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, making headlines within hours. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis acknowledged Kapil's grievance and requested more details about the case. Kapil made a tweet early in the morning that reads, "I am paying Rs 15 cr income tax from last 5 years n still I have to pay 5 lacs bribe to BMC office for making my office narendramodi."
In his next tweet, he added, "yeh hain aapke achche din" (These are your good days?).
Even Prime Minister Modi responded, assuring action within 24 hours. However, Kapil's tweet sparked a wave of political drama in response. A Mumbai BJP legislator bashed Kapil by saying, "Does he not know that the prime minister of India does not run the BMC and is not directly responsible for each of the BMC employees? And why did Sharma not go to the police or anti-corruption bureau soon after instead of tweeting about it."
Rift with Akshay Kumar: Refusal to Promote Film
In 2022, a rift emerged between Kapil Sharma and Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar. Reports surfaced that Akshay Kumar refused to promote his film Bachchan Pandey on ‘The Kapil Sharma Show’ due to a previous incident. During an earlier episode, Kapil had asked Akshay about an interview he had done with a "famous personality," referring to Akshay's interview with PM Narendra Modi a few years back. In the interview, Akshay had asked PM Modi about his fondness for eating mangoes.
After the shoot, Akshay Kumar requested the show's team not to air that particular segment as he believed it made light of the Prime Minister's office and could be seen as mocking its dignity. However, the segment was leaked on the internet shortly after, leaving Akshay feeling betrayed and considering it a breach of trust. This incident led to a strained relationship between the two personalities.
The Kashmir Files Backlash: Promotion Controversy
Kapil Sharma faced backlash for allegedly refusing to promote ‘The Kashmir Files’ on his show, with director Vivek Agnihotri tweeting about the incident. "They refused to call us on their show because we don't have big commercial star." Following Vivek Agnihotri's viral tweet, a significant number of people began boycotting ‘The Kapil Sharma Show’ in protest. However, amidst the controversy, actor Anupam Kher, a part of the film ‘The Kashmir Files’, stepped in to defend Kapil. Anupam revealed that Kapil had extended an invitation for him to appear on the show, but he politely declined, citing the serious nature of the film and deeming it unsuitable for promotion on a comedy platform.
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Despite these controversies, Kapil Sharma's comic prowess and widespread appeal have continued to make him a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, leaving both fans and critics intrigued by his eventful journey.
