The festive season just got a whole lot funnier. The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 5 kicked off this week with a special episode featuring the cast of Drishyam: The Conclusion. The episode brought together Ajay Devgn, Shriya Saran, Ishita Dutta, Mrunal Jadhav and Jaideep Ahlawat on Kapil Sharma’s couch, along with director Abhishek Pathak.
As the evening unfolded, the conversation quickly turned nostalgic. The stars opened up about their favourite festivals, childhood memories and family traditions. At the same time, their candid stories added plenty of humour and warmth to the festive episode.
Ajay Devgn Says Family Makes Celebrations Special
When Kapil Sharma asked the guests about their favourite celebrations, Ajay Devgn offered a heartfelt answer. Rather than choosing one particular festival, Devgn said that what matters most to him is celebrating with friends and family.
In this way, his response brought a warm family touch to an otherwise hilarious conversation. Moreover, it reflected the importance of togetherness during the festive season.
Meanwhile, Shriya Saran revealed her strong connection with Holi. In fact, her love for the festival runs so deep that she even celebrated Holi during her wedding.
Similarly, Mrunal Jadhav chose Holi as her favourite festival. She explained that she enjoys getting drenched in colours, making the celebration especially memorable for her.
Jaideep Ahlawat Recalls Lath Maar Holi
Jaideep Ahlawat, however, took the conversation in a more traditional direction. While talking about Holi, he recalled celebrating the festival in his village.
In particular, Ahlawat remembered Lath Maar Holi, a tradition that became part of his fond childhood memories. His story, therefore, offered viewers a glimpse into the different ways Holi is celebrated across India.
At the same time, Ishita Dutta spoke about her Bengali roots and selected Durga Puja as her favourite festival. She also recalled the colourful pandals that come alive across Mumbai during the celebrations.
Director Abhishek Pathak, meanwhile, chose Diwali. However, he made his preference clear by highlighting his love for a cracker-free Diwali.
Childhood Memories Add to the Nostalgia
As the discussion continued, the conversation moved beyond festivals and into childhood memories. Soon, the cast began reminiscing about growing up with clothes that were altered, reused and passed down as children grew older.
Consequently, the simple memory became another relatable moment on the show. For many viewers, the conversation brought back memories of growing up in families where clothes were often handed down from one sibling to another.
Shriya Saran Remembers Growing Up in Haridwar
The episode also gave Shriya Saran an opportunity to talk about her small-town upbringing. While discussing weddings and family celebrations, the actor recalled growing up in Haridwar and helping with various preparations.
According to Saran, children in small towns were often expected to contribute to family functions. From making flower arrangements and rangolis to cleaning spaces and applying traditional cow-dung plaster, she remembers taking part in several tasks.
As a result, her memories highlighted how celebrations in smaller towns often brought families together through shared responsibilities.
The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 5 Begins on a Nostalgic Note
Overall, the opening episode of The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 5 combined festive humour with personal memories. From Holi and Durga Puja to Diwali and childhood traditions, the Drishyam: The Conclusion cast brought a distinctly nostalgic touch to the show.
Moreover, their candid stories allowed viewers to see a more personal side of the stars beyond their on-screen roles.
The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 5 is now streaming on Netflix.
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