Amid The Great Indian Kapil Show, Kapil Sharma slated for first scripted Netflix original series

Kapil Sharma expands his Netflix partnership with a first-ever scripted series and Season 5 of The Great Indian Kapil Show.

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Netflix India has substantially strengthened Kapil Sharma's multi-year creative partnership. After The Great Indian Kapil Show got the official go-ahead for a fifth season, Variety India reports that the actor-comedian will now be the lead in an original scripted web series for the streaming service, which will be his first foray into long-form narrative.

What do we know about Kapil Sharma’s upcoming high-concept series?

People familiar with the project describe it as a high-concept comedy series, but they have not yet revealed the title. Cast and crew will start reporting to different overseas locations next month for filming, while details about the narrative are still under wraps. Sharma, who has spent much of his career working in feature films and unscripted variety shows, is making a tactical change with this decision.

Netflix has already approved Daadi Ki Shaadi his upcoming family comedy movie, for post-theatrical streaming, marking a significant victory for the partnership. Riddhima Kapoor Sahni makes her much-anticipated acting debut in the film directed by Ashish R. Mohan, which also features Sadia Khateeb and Neetu Kapoor in an ensemble cast. The story revolves around a rowdy family dealing with the household and social tensions that come up when the matriarch of the family decides to get married again. In 2026, the film is aiming for a theatrical release somewhere in April, possibly around Mother's Day.

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Why is Kapil Sharma shifting his focus toward streaming-first content?

At a turning point in Sharma's career, he is expanding toward streaming-first content. Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 (December 2025) bombed at the movie office, but his talk show legacy and parts in films like Zwigato (2022) and Crew (2024) have kept him in the public eye. According to industry analysts, Sharma is able to protect his films from the unpredictable theatrical market by shifting his focus to long-form scripted material on Netflix, thanks to his global digital presence.

The Great Indian Kapil Show is also a flagship title for Netflix India's unscripted category, which streams simultaneously. With a broad guest lineup, the fourth season has maintained high viewership since its start in December 2025. Stars such as Priyanka Chopra Jonas—the reigning Indian women's world cup champion—and Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday have made notable debuts this season. Manoj Tiwari, Pawan Singh, and Dinesh Lal Yadav were the guests in a special "Bhojpuri Special" that streamed during the season.

Which recent episode of The Great Indian Kapil Show sparked a viral trend on social media?

The show's most recent episode, which reunited Madhuri Dixit and Jackie Shroff two iconic figures from the 90s, went viral on social media on February 21. A viral piece, including cast member Krushna Abhishek performing a mimicry performance for Shroff and nostalgic tributes was also part of the episode.

Season 5 is now in production, with Anukalp Goswami at the helm, as the streaming service announced in its 2026 "Next on Netflix" lineup. With the addition of Daadi Ki Shaadi to the platform's library later this year and an upcoming scripted series, Sharma has established himself as a key figure in Netflix's Indian content strategy.

Kapil Sharma FAQs:

Q: Is Kapil Sharma doing a web series on Netflix?

A: Yes. On Netflix, Kapil Sharma will reportedly headline an original scripted web series, marking his debut in the long-form narrative space. The as-yet-untitled project is described as a high-concept comedy and is scheduled to begin filming next month at various international locations.

Q: When is The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 5 coming out?

A: While an exact date hasn't been announced, Netflix officially greenlit The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 5 as part of its 2026 "Next on Netflix" slate. With Season 4 still airing its final episodes (including the recent reunion of Madhuri Dixit and Jackie Shroff), Season 5 is expected to premiere later in 2026 under the creative direction of Anukalp Goswami.

Q: What is the release date for Kapil Sharma's movie Daadi Ki Shaadi?

A: The family comedy feature Daadi Ki Shaadi is currently eyeing a theatrical release around April or Mother's Day 2026 (May 10). Netflix has already secured the post-theatrical streaming rights for the film, which features Neetu Singh and marks the acting debut of Riddhima Kapoor Sahni.

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