Fans of Kapil Sharma are set to get another dose of comedy as The Great Indian Kapil Show returns with its fifth season after a break of nearly six months. The new season is beginning with a star-studded episode featuring the team of the upcoming film Drishyam: The Conclusion.

The opening episode brings Ajay Devgn and several members of the film's cast together with Kapil Sharma and his popular comedy team. Apart from conversations about the movie, viewers can expect performances, comic impersonations and light-hearted interactions between the guests and the show's regular performers.

Season 5 Begins With a Star-Studded Episode

The first episode of The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 5 is scheduled to premiere on September 26 at 8 PM. The makers have chosen the cast of Drishyam: The Conclusion as the guests for the season opener.

Ajay Devgn will be joined by director Abhishek Pathak and actors Shriya Saran, Ishita Dutta, Mrunal Jadhav and Jaideep Ahlawat. Their appearance is expected to combine conversations about the upcoming film with the comedy and spontaneous exchanges for which Kapil Sharma's show is known.

The premiere also arrives at an important time for the Drishyam team, with the new film nearing its theatrical release.

Ajay Devgn Returns to Kapil Sharma's Comedy Show

Ajay Devgn has previously appeared on Kapil Sharma's shows, and his exchanges with the comedian have often been a highlight for viewers. The Season 5 premiere is set to continue that equation as Kapil interacts with Devgn and the rest of the film's team.

The episode will not focus only on movie-related conversations. According to details shared ahead of the premiere, the guests will also participate in several humorous segments.

One of the notable moments is expected to feature Jaideep Ahlawat, who will be seen dancing with Krushna Abhishek and Kiku Sharda in their comic avatars, "Sona and Mona 2.0."

Sunil Grover is also set to add his trademark humour to the episode. He will reportedly imitate Ajay Devgn, creating another playful moment between the guest and the show's comedy team.

A promotional glimpse of the episode has already been released, offering audiences a preview of the fun planned for the new season.

Drishyam: The Conclusion Nears Theatrical Release

The appearance of the Drishyam: The Conclusion team comes just days before the film's planned theatrical debut.

The Ajay Devgn-starrer is scheduled to reach cinemas on October 2. The movie is being presented as the third and concluding instalment of the Hindi Drishyam film series.

With the release approaching, the cast's appearance on The Great Indian Kapil Show also gives the team an opportunity to promote the film while interacting with audiences in a more informal setting.

The Drishyam franchise has built its identity around suspense, family drama and unexpected twists. In contrast, the Kapil Sharma appearance gives its actors an opportunity to step away from the serious tone associated with the films and showcase their lighter side.

Familiar Faces Return for Season 5

Kapil Sharma will not be returning alone. Several familiar performers associated with the comedy show are also part of the new season.

The lineup includes Sunil Grover, Krushna Abhishek and Kiku Sharda, while Archana Puran Singh and Navjot Singh Sidhu are also set to appear.

Their return means audiences can expect many of the familiar comedy sketches, character-based performances and celebrity interactions that have become closely associated with Kapil Sharma's entertainment format.

The chemistry between the show's regular performers has traditionally played an important role in its appeal, particularly when celebrity guests become part of improvised comedy sequences.

New Episodes to Arrive Every Saturday

The new season is expected to follow a weekly release schedule, with episodes streaming every Saturday at 8 PM.

After an approximately six-month gap, the fifth season brings Kapil Sharma and his team back with a mix of celebrity conversations, comedy sketches, performances and spontaneous humour.

Beginning the season with Ajay Devgn and the Drishyam: The Conclusion cast gives the premiere a combination of comedy and Bollywood star power. With the film itself scheduled for an October 2 theatrical release, the opening episode also serves as a timely opportunity for viewers to see its stars in a completely different setting.

For fans who have been waiting for Kapil Sharma and his comedy team to return, Season 5 promises to restart the weekly entertainment routine with familiar performers, new celebrity guests and plenty of playful interactions.