Navjot Singh Sidhu recalls when Kapil Sharma was going through tough time; reveals 'People told me he was over'

Navjot Singh Sidhu recently spoke out about Kapil Sharma's difficult times, praising the comedian's resilience and brilliance. Sidhu, who reunited with Kapil on The Great Indian Kapil Show, recounted instances when Kapil encountered significant obstacles, prompting people to question his future in comedy. Sidhu, on the other hand, never doubted Kapil's ability to entertain the audience.

In a candid conversation on a podcast, Sidhu opened up about Kapil's tough times, he said, "When Kapil was not well, he was jittery, he was going through a tough time, and people told me he was over." Sidhu defended Kapil's potential, claiming that his abilities were unrivalled. "You do not have a genius like him. Talent does what it can do; genius does what he must do," Sidhu continued.

Reflecting on their past, Sidhu expressed a desire to rejoin the original cast members, including Ali Asgar and Sunil Grover, who were known for their iconic roles on the show. Sidhu added that he recently met Sunil Grover, who played "Gutthi," and referred to him as another comedic genius.

“There was dadi (Ali Asgar), and everyone. I wish everyone gets together… Everyone dispersed. Now Gutthi (Sunil Grover) is back. He met me in Goa. He is wonderful. He comes on for 10-15 minutes, he regales everybody. He is another genius," he added.

Kapil Sharma's rise to popularity was fraught with ups and downs. He became a household celebrity thanks to his comedy show, which has evolved over time but remains a top-rated show on Indian television. However, his move into film production proved costly. Kapil recently confessed that making two films left him destitute, resulting in melancholy and severe financial stress.

Kapil also discussed his struggles with alcoholism and the impact it had on his emotional well-being. He explained how he acquired anxiety and sadness, which led him to cancel shoots and isolate himself at home. During this time, Kapil earned a bad reputation for being untrustworthy and frequently causing job delays.




One noteworthy interaction during this time period involves Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, whose planned shoot with Kapil was unexpectedly cancelled. Understanding Kapil's situation, Shah Rukh took him aside for a deep talk, offering support and encouragement. Kapil remembered how Shah Rukh lovingly enquired about his problems and counselled him.