Mumbai, Sept 2026 : Popular comedian Kapil Sharma’s much-followed comedy series ‘The Great Indian Kapil Show’ is set to return with its fifth season on Netflix from September 26, 2026.
Netflix announced the upcoming season on Wednesday through a video featuring Kapil Sharma and members of the show’s well-known comedy ensemble. The announcement has sparked excitement among viewers, with fans taking to social media to welcome the return of the popular series.
The fifth season will begin streaming on Netflix at 8 p.m. on September 26. The makers have not yet announced the complete episode schedule or revealed details about the guests who will feature in the new season.
The announcement video brings together Kapil Sharma with Sunil Grover, Krushna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda and Rajiv Thakur. Archana Puran Singh and Navjot Singh Sidhu are also set to return to the show.
Following the announcement, several viewers shared their reactions online, expressing excitement over the return of the comedy team. Fans particularly welcomed the reunion of the show's familiar faces and said they were looking forward to the new episodes.
‘The Great Indian Kapil Show’ premiered on Netflix on March 30, 2024. The inaugural episode featured actor Ranbir Kapoor along with his mother Neetu Kapoor and sister Riddhima Kapoor Sahni as guests.
The second season premiered in September 2024, while the third season arrived in June 2025. The fourth season followed in December 2025.
Over its previous seasons, the programme has featured a mix of film personalities, celebrities and public figures, combining comedy sketches, conversations and performances.
With the fifth season scheduled to premiere on September 26, the return of Kapil Sharma and his comedy ensemble is expected to bring another round of celebrity conversations and comic segments to Netflix viewers.
The makers are yet to reveal the complete guest line-up and episode-wise details for the new season. For now, the confirmed premiere date is September 26 at 8 p.m. on Netflix.
