'Take Your Blood Money Back...': Pannun Threatens Kapil Sharma After Canada Cafe Attack

Last Updated:July 12, 2025, 14:28 IST

Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun issued a threat to Kapil Sharma, accusing him of promoting Hindutva on the pretext of doing business in Canada.

Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun issued a threat to comedian Kapil Sharma. (File)

Comedian Kapil Sharma’s cafe in Canada’s British Columbia recently came under attack in what authorities believe was a targeted strike linked to the banned Khalistani terrorist outfit Babbar Khalsa (BKI). Days after the attack, pro-Khalistani separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun issued a fresh threat to the comedian.

The cafe – named Kap’s Cafe – had just celebrated a soft opening, drawing attention for its elegant pink-and-white interior, floral accents and a menu of artisan coffee and desserts. However, shots were fired on the property late Sunday night , although no injuries were reported.

In a video message, Pannun – the leader of Khalistani outfit Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) – accused Kapil Sharma of promoting Hindutva on the pretext of doing business in Canada, and the country will not allow such ideas to take shape on its soil.

“Canada is not your playground. Take your blood money back to Hindustan. Canada will not allow violent Hindutva ideology to take root on Canadian soil under the guise of business," he said in his message to Sharma.

Pannun also asked if Kap’s Cafe was “just a comedy venue or part of a larger conspiracy to export Hindutva". Notably, the SFJ — banned in India — had released a threatening video warning Kapil Sharma to “take Hindutva money back to India."

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Harjit Singh Laddi, a BKI operative designated as a terrorist by India, claimed responsibility for the attack on Kapil Sharma’s cafe in a video message. The Investigation Agency (NIA) has announced a Rs 10 lakh reward for information leading to Laddi’s arrest, underscoring the gravity of his suspected involvement in cross-border extremist activities.

Despite the setback, Kap’s Cafe has vowed to remain open and continue its mission of serving as a safe, joyful space for the community. “We opened Kap’s Caffe 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," it said in an Instagram post.

This attack follows a growing trend where Khalistani-linked gangs abroad are targeting Indian-origin businesses and figures, especially those who are publicly pro-India or high-profile. These groups have been known to use violence, threats, and extortion as tools to assert ideological dominance and push separatist narratives.

Ottawa, Canada

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