Trailer for the fifth season of The Great Indian Kapil Show: Flirting with Tamanna, revealing secrets of the film 'Drishyam', and the absence of Kajol

If you have any notion of hidden games or plans within the 'Bigg Boss 20' house, you should dispel that illusion. In reality, the success of this season rests on the support of just two key figures: the imposing authority of 'Dabangg' Salman Khan and the relaxed style of Kajji Taukir. The other contestants seem to have simply entered the 'Bigg Boss' house for free food and air conditioning.

The first day of broadcast caused shock

When the contestants started appearing at the premiere night, viewers in front of the television were stunned. Everyone had the same question in their minds: was the 'Bigg Boss' team really casting while half-asleep? Judging by the lineup, there was no feeling that this was the new season of the country's biggest reality show. There was a fear that spending even 15 days with these unfamiliar and weak personalities would be like climbing a mountain.

'Weekend Ka Vaar' saves the situation

However, as they say, when it is dark around, Salman Khan brings the light. The real drama began during Salman Khan's appearance in the 'Singham' style. In recent years, haters criticized, claiming that Salman was tired and his energy had faded. But what happened in 'Weekend Ka Vaar' sent shivers down the spine across the country. Angered by trolls, Salman took off his T-shirt and threw it, removed his makeup, and challenged the trolls so intensely that the entire social media space shook. The falling TRP graph began to rise rapidly thanks to Salman's authoritative mood. 'Weekend Ka Vaar' turned from just an episode into a blockbuster thriller.

Kajji Taukir is the only 'stopper' in the house

If Salman Khan provides oxygen to the show by appearing on weekends, then during the other five days, Kajji Taukir fills the air in the house. His rock-and-roll 'I don't care' attitude, willingness to confront without fear, and the father-daughter relationship with Arishfa keep viewers glued to the screen. He remains a dominant figure among all the other contestants, remaining untouched by any intrigues or cliques happening inside the house. Arishfa also makes every effort to make the show engaging.

The 'Drama Meter' of the other contestants

Personalities such as Isha Rishi, Riti Tiwari, and Aman cause 'Bigg Boss' itself to doubt their presence in the house. Their participation or absence does not matter significantly. A genuine 'aunty'-style gossip is brewing between Mahi Vidh and Amrapali, which maintains some level of drama in the house through their petty arguments and 'cat fights'. As for Lav, when she appears on screen or starts screaming, viewers instinctively look for the 'mute' button. Her anger causes more headaches than entertainment.

Final verdict after 15 days

Overall, the entire reputation of 'Bigg Boss 20' currently rests on the strong host Salman Khan and the 'solo show' of Kajji Taukir. The burden of TRP lies mainly on Salman Khan, while inside the house, Kajji Taukir saves the sinking ship of this show. Now it is very interesting to see if Kajji can maintain the rating on his own shoulders throughout the season, or if Salman Khan will have to appear every week and 'scold' someone. The drama is yet to come, and the gossip market is heating up, so keep watching 'Bigg Boss'.

Good news for comedy lovers: the renowned comedian Kapil Sharma is returning with the fifth season of his popular talk show, 'The Great Indian Kapil Show,' to make viewers laugh again. Kapil shared this information via his Instagram account using a fun promotional video.

This new season kicks off on September 26th on the streaming platform Netflix, with new episodes airing every Saturday at 8:00 PM local time.

The show's team is promoting this new season not just as an ordinary show, but as a 'comedy festival.' In the published promo clip, the entire star cast celebrates the show's return in a musical style. In this video, Kapil Sharma, along with Sunil Grover, Krishna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda, Archana Puran Singh, and Navjot Singh Sidhu, showcase glimpses of this new journey to the audience, harmonizing their voices.

Streaming partner Netflix has also raised fan expectations by posting a special message on its social media. Netflix wrote: 'The drums will sound and the nagada will ring because the festival of laughter is now decorating Netflix! The Great Indian Kapil Show, Season 5, starting September 26th at 8:00 PM, only on Netflix.'

According to media reports, Kapil Sharma also appears very enthusiastic about the start of the new season. Discussing his team's energy and this new journey, he stated: 'In every season, we feel that we have had a lot of fun, and then we realize that our work is not finished yet! And somewhere I think that this is what drives us forward.'

It is worth noting that the fourth season of 'The Great Indian Kapil Show' concluded in March of this year, on March 14th. Just a few months after the finale, Kapil presented this surprise to fans in the form of a new season. As in previous seasons, this new season will also feature famous personalities participating in fun conversations, comedic sketches, and jokes.

Today will see the announcement of the Indian team squad for the three-match ODI series and five T20 matches against the West Indies. During the selection committee meeting, chaired by Ajit Agarkar, preparations for the 2027 ODI World Cup will also be discussed.

The series, starting on September 27th, will take place in Trivandrum, Guwahati, and New Chandigarh. The selectors face a difficult task this time, as many key players are part of the squad selected for the Asian Games, while some athletes are battling injuries. This makes forming the ODI squad a complex process.

Special attention will be paid to decisions concerning Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Hardik Pandya, Rishabh Pant, and Ravindra Jadeja. Stay tuned for our updates to find out what the Indian team lineup against the West Indies will be.

Rohit Sharma has expressed his desire to participate in the 2027 ODI World Cup, and his selection for the series against the West Indies will provide important signals regarding future plans. Similarly, Virat Kohli's fate is under close scrutiny, as the future of these two experienced batsmen is a crucial issue in the context of preparation for the next global tournament.

Previously, Rohit was entrusted with leading the ODI team in October 2025, after which he was replaced by Shubman Gill. Nevertheless, Rohit has not announced his retirement from ODIs and remains available.

His form was discussed following the Cardiff ODI in the England tour, where he scored 26 runs, and after matches against Afghanistan with scores of 16, 48, and 79. However, his previous ODI match at Lord's ended in a century. The main question now is whether the selection committee will include him and Virat Kohli in the squad against the West Indies.

Hardik Pandya's situation is one of the most critical issues for the selection committee. He has not participated in competitive matches since IPL 2026. In June, he was selected for the ODI series against Afghanistan but was dropped before the series due to a leg injury.

He also failed to play in four matches for Mumbai Indians during IPL 2026. Following this, he focused on recovery and conditioning at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence. Currently, Hardik is included in the India A squad for the ODI series against Australia A, but his participation depends on clearing a medical examination. These matches will take place on October 6th, 9th, and 11th in Puducherry, i.e., after the series against the West Indies.

Thus, today's question is whether the selection committee will give Hardik a chance in the series against the West Indies, or if his return will be postponed. His ability to bowl in the 50-over format could be extremely valuable to the team's composition.

If Hardik cannot participate, the selection committee will have to consider options for a quick all-rounder. Nitish Kumar Reddy, Akshar Patel, Shivam Dube, and Washington Sundar are part of the Asian Games squad. Harsh Dube is injured. In that case, Ravindra Jadeja's name might reappear. Jadeja has not been a regular part of the ODI squad recently; he has not played in this format since January 2026. Krunal Pandya is also an option, as he played a key role in RCB's victory in the last two IPL seasons. However, his inclusion in the team will depend on the selection committee's decision.

Rishabh Pant's return could also be a major event at this selection committee meeting. Pant has not played ODI cricket for India for a long time. While Ishan Kishan is part of the squad selected for the Asian Games, Pant may have strong claims for the wicketkeeper reserve spot. Kyle Rahul is ready to play as a wicketkeeper, and his role in the team will remain important. If Pant is selected, he could also offer options in the middle order besides wicketkeeping duties. Dhruv Jurel's name is also being discussed. He has not yet debuted in ODI for India, but his performances in Test matches have attracted the attention of the selection committee. Thus, the battle for the wicketkeeper position is not limited to gloves; the option of a batsman in the team will also be considered.

The limited availability of players due to the Asian Games and injuries might make Ravindra Jadeja's experience useful for the team. However, there are also young alternatives alongside him. Manav Chatur, Vipraj Nigam, and other spin-all-rounders might be on the selection committee's radar.

The pair Kuldeep Yadav and Yuzvendra Chahal might generate the most interest in the spin department. Kuldeep performed well in university cricket for Yorkshire in England. Chahal showed impact in the ODI Cup for Northamptonshire. Following such performances, talks about his return have intensified. Chahal has not played for India since August 2023. If he is selected, and Kuldeep is also chosen, they might see both together in the ODI team after a long break.

However, the Asian Games factor is also involved here. Varun Chakravarthy's health status is being monitored. If there is a change in the spin department, Kuldeep's availability situation might also change.

The first ODI against the West Indies will take place on September 27th.