Popular TV personality and comedian Kapil Sharma has allegedly been targeted with yet another attack on his café in Surrey, Canada the third one in three months. In a report by City News Vancouver, several gunshots were fired at Kap’s Café, on 85 Avenue and 120 Street, around 3:45 a.m. on Thursday. Videos and security footage that are available online capture bullets pinging against the café’s glass windows and outer walls. A few of the café employees were present when the attack happened, but luck being on their side, none of them was hurt.
Soon after the shooting, a post made in the name of Kulvir Sidhu, reportedly of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, was found on social media. The post took responsibility for the attack and also tagged the name of Goldy Dhillon, who is reportedly connected with the same group.
The recent shooting is two previous attacks on the same premises one on July 9 and another on August 7 triggering serious security issues. In the online statement, the group purportedly told the public to “stay away” from the location and targeted threats against those “who owe or cheat them.” It also purportedly named Bollywood personalities who “speak against their religion,” fueling fears of targeted intimidation.
The authorities in Canada are probing the incident. Local police have not yet confirmed any suspects in custody or anyone arrested but have heightened vigilance in the neighborhood.
So far, Kapil Sharma and his staff have not made any official statement on the attack. The comedian, whose fame is largely due to The Kapil Sharma Show, has a huge following back home in India as well as abroad, and his café business in Surrey has been well-received by the South Asian community.
The Lawrence Bishnoi gang has been associated with various notable threats and violent attacks in the past, including the exchange of gunfire near actor Salman Khan’s Mumbai home in 2024. The frequent attacks on Kapil’s property have raised concerns about the gang’s expanding international influence.
Although investigations are ongoing, fans and admirers are worried and urging the comedian to ensure maximum security and safety for his crew.
