Mumbai: Shahid Kapoor and Ishaan Khatter brought their sibling banter to The Great Indian Kapil Show, sharing a hilarious exchange about childhood memories, an unexpected promise and the responsibilities that come with growing older. A promotional clip from the Netflix comedy show features Shahid, his wife Mira Rajput and Ishaan joking around, playing a guessing game and showing off their dancing skills.
The highlight of the promo comes when Shahid recalls looking after Ishaan when he was a baby. The Jab We Met actor revealed that his younger brother had promised to return the favour when Shahid grows old, turning a childhood memory into a playful conversation about their future.
The episode also features a humorous exchange about Shahid’s dislike of certain vegetables, with Mira and Ishaan joining in on the fun.
Shahid Kapoor recalls changing Ishaan’s diapers
During the conversation, Shahid spoke about the time he spent caring for Ishaan when his younger brother was a baby. He revealed that Ishaan had made a promise to look after him when he became older.
“I changed his diapers when he was little. Now, he says he will change mine when I grow old,” Shahid said.
The remark prompted a light-hearted moment between the brothers, offering viewers a glimpse into the easy rapport they share away from their film sets.
The joke also reflects the affectionate teasing that has become a familiar feature of their public interactions. While Shahid is the older sibling, the exchange allowed Ishaan’s promise to become the centre of the conversation, with the possibility of reversing their childhood roles providing the humour.
Their appearance on the show combines personal anecdotes with the playful atmosphere associated with Kapil Sharma’s celebrity conversations.
Ishaan’s joke leaves Mira Rajput laughing
The brothers continued their banter during a game in which Ishaan was asked to guess which vegetables Shahid disliked.
After trying to identify his brother’s food preferences, Ishaan eventually gave up and turned to Mira for the answer.
When Mira revealed that Shahid did not like eggplants, Ishaan responded with a pun involving baingan ka bharta, the popular Indian dish made using roasted and mashed aubergines.
“Baigan ka bharta to inka ye banati hai,” Ishaan quipped.
The line played on the Hindi expression, suggesting that Mira was the one who mashed Shahid up, rather than simply preparing the dish.
The exchange added another layer of humour to the promo, with Ishaan turning an ordinary question about food into a joke at Shahid’s expense.
The brothers’ ability to tease each other, while bringing Mira into the conversation, gave the segment the feel of a relaxed family gathering rather than a formal promotional appearance.
Shahid and Ishaan show off their dancing skills
The promo also features Shahid and Ishaan dancing to Zingaat, the energetic song that became widely popular through the Marathi film Sairat and its Hindi adaptation Dhadak.
The track provided an opportunity for the actors to showcase their dance moves, adding a performance element to their appearance.
Shahid has long been associated with dance-heavy performances in Hindi cinema, while Ishaan has also demonstrated his dancing abilities in his film appearances.
Their participation in the song sequence adds to the entertainment value of the promo, balancing the conversation and jokes with a lively performance.
With Shahid, Ishaan and Mira appearing together, the segment offers a mix of family stories, playful challenges and music.
A close bond despite their 15-year age gap
Shahid and Ishaan share a close relationship despite an age difference of around 15 years. Their public interactions have frequently highlighted the affection and mutual admiration between them.
Although they have pursued their careers in the same film industry, the brothers have developed distinct professional identities. Shahid is known for films such as Jab We Met, Haider, Udta Punjab and Kabir Singh, while Ishaan has appeared in projects including Beyond the Clouds, Dhadak and The Royals.
Their relationship has also featured prominently in their social media posts and interviews, where they have spoken about their support for each other.
Last year, Shahid shared a message praising Ishaan’s performance in Homebound. Describing himself as the younger actor’s “proudest cheerleader”, Shahid expressed happiness at seeing Ishaan grow as a performer.
“You are going from strength to strength and I can’t tell you how proud I feel,” Shahid wrote.
The message offered a more heartfelt perspective on their relationship, contrasting with the playful exchanges seen in the Kapil Sharma show promo.
Ishaan Khatter says respect remains central to their relationship
Ishaan has also spoken about the equation he shares with Shahid.
In a conversation with Lilly Singh in June, the The Royals actor described their relationship as one that has become more relaxed over time, while retaining a sense of respect for his older brother.
“It is a very interesting relationship again, where we are more like pals than brothers, but there will always be a line of respect,” Ishaan said.
He also referred to the diaper-changing story, explaining how it sometimes becomes part of their arguments.
“He has changed my diapers, so every argument ends with, ‘I am older than you’,” Ishaan said.
His comment highlights the way childhood memories continue to shape their dynamic, even as both actors have grown into successful professionals.
The relationship appears to combine friendship, admiration and the familiar hierarchy between an older and younger sibling. Their exchange on the show brings that dynamic to the screen through humour rather than a formal discussion about family.
Shahid and Ishaan’s family background
Shahid Kapoor is the son of actors Pankaj Kapur and Neelima Azeem. Ishaan is Neelima’s son from her marriage to actor Rajesh Khatter, making Shahid and Ishaan maternal half-brothers.
Despite having different fathers, the two have maintained a close relationship and have spoken warmly about each other in public.
Their shared connection to the entertainment industry has also made their interactions particularly interesting to fans. While Shahid established himself in Hindi cinema years before Ishaan began his acting career, the younger actor has often acknowledged his brother’s influence and experience.
The brothers’ appearance on The Great Indian Kapil Show provides another opportunity for audiences to see that relationship through candid stories and playful teasing.
A family moment on The Great Indian Kapil Show
The promotional clip brings together several elements that make celebrity appearances on Kapil Sharma’s show popular: personal stories, spontaneous jokes, games and music.
Shahid’s recollection of changing Ishaan’s diapers provides the central anecdote, while Ishaan’s promise to return the favour turns the memory into a joke about old age. The exchange over Shahid’s dislike of eggplants adds another comic moment, and the dance sequence to Zingaat gives the brothers an opportunity to show their lighter side.
Beyond the humour, their comments about each other reveal a relationship built on affection and mutual respect.
For Shahid and Ishaan, the appearance offers a chance to share a family dynamic that fans may not always see in their films. Their banter also demonstrates how an ordinary childhood memory can become a running joke between siblings long after they have grown up.