Surrey, Canada:
Actor-comedian Kapil Sharma’s first venture into the restaurant business—Kap’s Cafe, located in Surrey, British Columbia—was targeted in a shooting incident on Thursday night, prompting concerns over potential Khalistani links behind the attack.
In the aftermath, the cafe released an official statement on Instagram, expressing their sorrow and resilience:
“We opened Kap’s Cafe 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 statement read.
The incident has reportedly shocked the local community as well as fans of Sharma, who made a name for himself in the Indian entertainment world and recently expanded his footprint internationally through this hospitality venture.
While details about the attack and possible motives are still emerging, initial reports hint at a Khalistani angle, though this has not been officially confirmed by Canadian authorities.
Kap’s Cafe was envisioned as a welcoming space built on community spirit, comfort food, and conversations, marking Kapil Sharma’s debut in the restaurant industry. The incident has cast a shadow over that dream but the cafe has vowed to continue operating and resist fear.