Kapil Sharma, one of India’s most loved comedians, has found himself in the middle of a shocking incident. His new café in Canada, called Kap’s Café, was attacked with gunfire just days after its grand opening. The attack, which took place in Surrey, British Columbia, has been linked to Khalistani terrorists, a group known for their violent tactics and separatist agenda. This article takes a closer look at what happened, why Kapil Sharma was targeted, who the key figures behind the attack are, and what this means for security in Canada and beyond.
What Happened at Kap’s Café?
On the night of 9–10 July 2025, Kap’s Café in Surrey, Canada, came under attack. Gunmen fired at least nine shots at the café, leaving bullet holes in the windows and damaging nearby buildings. Thankfully, no one was hurt, but the incident has caused widespread concern among locals and the Indian community in Canada.
The café, which Kapil Sharma opened with his wife, Ginni Chatrath, on 7 July 2025, was meant to be a place of “warmth, community, and joy.” Instead, it became the target of a violent act that Canadian police have called a “targeted act of intimidation.” The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) are investigating, with CCTV footage and forensic evidence being examined to identify the attackers.
Source:
- IndiaTimes – Full Timeline of Events
Who’s Behind the Attack?
Harjit Singh Laddi
The attack was claimed by Harjit Singh Laddi, a known Khalistani terrorist and member of Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), a banned terrorist group. Laddi, who is based in Germany, is on India’s National Investigation Agency (NIA) most-wanted list for his role in several terror-related cases, including the murder of Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) leader Vikas Prabhakar in Punjab in April 2024.
In a video message, Laddi said the attack was in response to Kapil Sharma allegedly insulting the Nihang Sikh community—a respected Sikh warrior sect—during a comedy sketch on his TV show, The Kapil Sharma Show. He claimed he tried to contact Kapil’s team for an apology but got no response, leading to the attack.
Gurpatwant Singh Pannun
Another key figure is Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a leader of the banned pro-Khalistan group Sikhs for Justice (SFJ). Pannun released a video threatening Kapil Sharma, accusing him of promoting “violent Hindutva ideology” through his café business in Canada. He told Kapil to “take his Hindutva money and go back to India,” suggesting the attack was meant to scare Indian businesses out of Canada.
Sources:
- NDTV – Pannun’s Video Threat
- LiveMint – Who is Harjit Singh Laddi?
Why Was Kapil Sharma Targeted?
The Alleged Reason
The attackers, particularly Laddi, claim Kapil Sharma mocked the Nihang Sikhs in a comedy sketch on his show. They say this insulted Sikh religious sentiments, though no specific clip or episode has been shared publicly to back up this claim. The Nihang Sikhs are known for their spiritual and martial traditions, and any perceived disrespect could be seen as a serious offence by some groups.
The Bigger Picture
The attack on Kap’s Café isn’t just about a comedy sketch. Khalistani terrorists have a history of targeting prominent Indian figures, especially those with a high profile like Kapil Sharma. His fame as a comedian and his new business venture in Canada made him an easy target for groups looking to make a statement. By attacking his café, they aim to intimidate Indian businesses and celebrities abroad, sending a message that they’re not welcome in places like Canada, where Khalistani groups have a strong presence.
This fits into a broader pattern of Khalistani terrorism, which often involves:
- Targeting Indian businesses and celebrities to create fear.
- Using violence and threats to push their separatist agenda for an independent Khalistan state.
- Operating from countries like Canada, where they have more freedom to plan and carry out attacks.
Source:
- Times Now – Kapil Sharma’s Café Attack
How Have People Responded?
In Canada
The RCMP is treating the attack as a terror-related incident and has increased security around Kap’s Café. Indo-Canadian community leaders and politicians have spoken out against the attack, calling for tougher action against Khalistani terrorism in Canada. Many have pointed out that Canada has become a safe haven for these groups, allowing them to plan and carry out attacks with little consequence.
In India
Indian intelligence agencies suspect the attack is part of a larger network backed by Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). They believe Khalistani groups like BKI and SFJ are using foreign soil to target Indian interests. The Indian government has long pressed Canada to crack down on these groups, but tensions between the two countries have made cooperation difficult.
Kapil Sharma’s Team
Kap’s Café issued a heartfelt statement on Instagram, saying:
“We opened Kap’s Café with hopes of bringing warmth, community, and joy through delicious coffee and friendly conversation. To have violence intersect with that dream is heartbreaking. We are processing this shock, but we are not giving up.”
The café also thanked the Surrey Police and local community for their support during this difficult time.
Sources:
- Times of India – Café’s Statement
- Moneycontrol – ISI Involvement
The Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) has noted that Khalistani terrorists use Canada as a base for planning violence against India. This has been a sore point in India-Canada relations, especially after Canada accused Indian agents of involvement in the 2023 killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a claim India denies.
Source:
- Times of India – CSIS Report
Conclusion
The attack on Kapil Sharma’s café is a wake-up call. It’s not just an attack on a comedian’s business—it’s a bold move by Khalistani terrorists to spread fear and assert their influence. By targeting someone as well-known as Kapil Sharma, they’re showing they’re willing to escalate their tactics from propaganda to violence.
This incident underlines the need for stronger international action against terrorism. Canada must address the growing threat of Khalistani groups on its soil, while India continues to push for global cooperation to tackle this issue. For now, Kap’s Café stands firm, refusing to bow to violence, but the bigger question remains: how will the world respond to this growing threat?
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