India’s favorite comedian, Kapil Sharma, is back with a bang! Season 3 of The Great Indian Kapil Show is all set to stream on Netflix from June 21, and fans can expect more laughter, bigger stars, and a high-energy comeback.
Joining the show as judges are two iconic personalities — Navjot Singh Sidhu and Archana Puran Singh.
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How Much Does Archana Puran Singh Earn Per Episode?
Archana Puran Singh, a staple face in Indian comedy television, has been a long-time part of Kapil Sharma’s shows. As per media reports, she earns around INR 10–12 lakhs per episode.
Though the exact amount isn’t officially confirmed, Archana herself addressed the long-standing joke that she “gets paid just to laugh.” In a recent interview, she clarified:
> “Yes, I get paid to enjoy the show, and I started this journey with Comedy Circus. Now, I am not exactly a judge but more of a recurring guest.”
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Navjot Singh Sidhu’s Comeback – And His Paycheck
After a gap of six years, former cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu is returning to the judge’s chair on Kapil’s show. Previously removed due to controversial remarks post the Pulwama attack, Sidhu is now back in full form.
According to FilmiBeat, Sidhu is reportedly charging INR 30–40 lakhs per episode, which is nearly 3 times more than Archana Puran Singh.
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What’s Special About Season 3?
Streaming on: Netflix
Streaming starts: 21 June
First Guest: Salman Khan
Director: Anukalp Goswami
Produced by: Kapil Sharma, Gurjeet Singh, Akshat Lahoria
Production Houses: Banijay Asia & K9 Films
Star Cast Includes:
Kapil Sharma
Navjot Singh Sidhu
Archana Puran Singh
Sunil Grover
Krishna Abhishek
Rajiv Thakur
Kiku Sharda
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Then vs Now: A Full Circle
Years ago, Archana replaced Sidhu. Now, they’ll be sharing the same platform again. Fans are excited to see the chemistry, especially with both po
werhouses known for their witty remarks and iconic laughter.
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