Netflix India’s highly anticipated show, The Great Indian Kapil Show, has been abruptly terminated due to its failure to meet expectations. Despite its star-studded lineup and attractive airport setup, the show failed to impress audiences and Netflix alike.
The show’s poor reception is evident in its viewership numbers, which fell short of Netflix’s expectations. The first episode premiered on March 30 and attracted 2.5 million views, but viewership declined with each subsequent episode. The show failed to feature in Netflix’s official Top 10 “Non-English TV” weekly rankings and was eventually canceled.
Industry insiders reveal that the show’s failure is due to its poor quality and inability to attract Kapil Sharma’s target audience, who mostly consume television for entertainment and don’t have access to Netflix. The show’s formulaic and uninspired humor also failed to impress viewers, who can watch similar episodes for free on YouTube.
The cancellation of the show raises questions about its renewal for a second season. The first season is estimated to have cost 4 crore per episode and 100-120 crore in total, excluding actor fees. This is a significant loss for Netflix India, which had hoped to capitalize on Kapil Sharma’s popularity to attract new audiences.
Overall, the cancellation of The Great Indian Kapil Show is a setback for Netflix India and a reminder that even big names and big budgets can’t guarantee success in the competitive streaming landscape.
