Navjot Singh Sidhu is making a grand return to The Great Indian Kapil Show after his controversial exit in 2019. The former cricketer and popular television personality, who had left the show amid a storm of controversy over his remarks on the Pulwama attack, is back as a guest judge alongside cricket legend Harbhajan Singh and his wife, actress Geeta Basra.
The promo for next week’s episode of The Great Indian Kapil Show shows Sidhu in the guest judge’s chair, a position he once held before his departure. Host Kapil Sharma humorously teases Sidhu about Sunil Grover’s impersonation of him, to which Sidhu responds, asserting that he is the real deal. As the promo progresses, Archana Puran Singh, who replaced Sidhu in 2019, appears visibly nervous, asking Kapil if Sidhu will be taking over her seat on the show. This lighthearted exchange has sparked excitement among fans, with many eagerly anticipating Sidhu’s return to the show.
Sidhu’s departure in 2019 followed backlash from his comments on the Pulwama attack. His remarks, which emphasized dialogue over hostility and stated that terrorism should not be associated with an entire country, led to public outrage. The controversy ultimately resulted in his exit from the show, and Archana Puran Singh was brought in as his replacement. Since then, Archana has been a mainstay on the show, and her role has been integral to its success.
However, Sidhu’s return has raised questions about Archana’s future on the show. In an interview in 2021, Archana spoke candidly about the possibility of Sidhu returning to the show in her place. She revealed that she had turned down multiple international projects due to her commitment to The Great Indian Kapil Show, and hinted that a return by Sidhu would force her to reconsider her involvement in the show.
As Sidhu returns to the limelight, his reunion with Kapil Sharma and the team promises a new chapter in the show’s dynamic, and fans can look forward to more fun and laughter in the coming episodes. With the addition of Harbhajan Singh and Geeta Basra, the upcoming episodes are set to be full of entertainment and star power.
This marks the beginning of what promises to be an exciting new phase for The Great Indian Kapil Show, and fans are already buzzing with anticipation to see Sidhu back on screen after such a long hiatus.
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