Kapil Sharma is a renowned Indian comedian, television anchor, and singer who has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry. In 2013, he was featured among the top 100 celebrities in the Forbes India magazine, ranking 96th on the list. Currently, he is hosting The Kapil Sharma Show, a popular television program.
Throughout his career, Sharma has hosted several television comedy shows, including Comedy Nights with Kapil, The Kapil Sharma Show, Family Time with Kapil, Chhote Miyan, and Jhalak Dikhla Ja season 6 on Colors. He also joined the comedy reality show Hans Baliye in 2009 as a wild card entry and won the comedy series Comedy Circus Ke Superstars.
In recognition of his outstanding work, Sharma was felicitated with the Entertainer of the Year award at the CNN-IBN Indian of the Year awards in 2013 by Amol Palekar. Furthermore, he was declared the Brand Ambassador for the 2014 Lok Sabha Election by the Delhi election commission.
In addition to his television work, Sharma was set to make his film debut with Yash Raj Films' Bank Chor, but he opted out of the project. He is also scheduled to appear as the first guest on the opening episode of the popular Indian television game show Kaun Banega Crorepati season 8 on August 2nd.
Some of his notable television appearances include:
* The Great Indian Laughter Challenge as a contestant
* Comedy Circus as a contestant
* Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa season 6 as a host alongside Manish Paul
* Star Ya Rockstar as a contestant
* Comedy Nights with Kapil as a host
* Kaun Banega Crorepati as a guest