| Rajesh Arora | |
|---|---|
| 'The Kapil Sharma Show' character | |
 Rajesh Arora in The Kapil Sharma Show | |
| First appearance | 2016 |
| Portrayed by | Kapil Sharma |
| In-universe information | |
| Nickname | Arora Sahab |
| Gender | Male |
| Relatives | Dr. Mashoor Gulati (Cousin} |
| Religion | Hindu |
| Origin | Delhi-Punjab |
| Nationality | Indian |
Rajesh Arora (Hindi: राजेश अरोड़ा) was a fictional character portrayed by Indian comedian and actor Kapil Sharma on the Hindi-language sketch comedy and talk show, The Kapil Sharma Show. Introduced during the first season of the show in 2016, the character became a popular addition to the series and serves as one of Sharma's notable comedic alter egos.[1][2][3][4] A child version of Rajesh Arora was also played once by Udbhav for a special appearance.[5]
Character background and traits[edit | edit source]
Rajesh Arora is depicted as a middle-aged, highly opinionated man, exhibiting the traits of a boastful North Indian uncle.[3] He is characterized by his cynical demeanor, tendency to offer unsolicited advice, and habit of finding faults in others. The character speaks with a distinct Delhi-Punjabi accent and a slightly hoarse, nasal voice.
Visually, Arora is distinguished by his peculiar fashion sense. He typically appears on stage wearing brightly colored, retro-style shirts paired with a sweater vest or a sleeveless jacket. He wears tinted sunglasses and sports a wig featuring a noticeable receding hairline, adding to his middle-aged persona.[3][1][6]
Arora is known for his signature catchphrase, "Mereko tumhari yeh baat bilkul pasand nahi aayi" (I did not like this thing about you at all), which he uses frequently to express his disapproval or annoyance at the actions and statements of other characters.[1][7] Another recurring gag involves him narrating fabricated stories from his childhood or past, often exaggerating his own achievements or highlighting the absurdity of a situation.
Role in The Kapil Sharma Show[edit | edit source]
Unlike Sharma's primary role as the eponymous host of the show, the character of Rajesh Arora allows him to participate directly in sketch comedy segments. Whenever Arora enters the stage, he typically disrupts the ongoing conversation to shift the focus to his humorous grievances.[8]
Arora's interactions with other recurring characters form a significant part of his sketches:
- Dr. Mashoor Gulati and Chandu: Arora frequently targets Dr. Mashoor Gulati (played by Sunil Grover)[8] and Chandu the tea seller (played by Chandan Prabhakar) with his insults. He mocks Gulati's questionable medical credentials and Chandu's financial status and physical appearance. He similarly mocks other characters like Rinku Bhabhi played by Grover.[9]
- Female Guests: Despite his continuous complaints about his own wife, Arora often playfully flirts with female celebrity guests who appear on the show. His attempts at wooing them are usually met with comedic rejection.[7]
- Bachcha Yadav: In later seasons, his banter extended to characters like Bachcha Yadav (played by Kiku Sharda), where the two engage in a battle of wits and insults.[10]
Reception[edit | edit source]
The character of Rajesh Arora was well received by audiences and television critics. Sharma's portrayal was noted for its specific voice modulation and body language, which differentiated Arora from Sharma's regular hosting persona. The character's catchphrase, "Mereko tumhari yeh baat bilkul pasand nahi aayi," gained traction on social media and became a subject for internet memes.[3]
“When I first played the character of Rajesh Arora, I never realised he will be so well accepted. We did a few episodes and then somehow he never came back, till suddenly I realised every guest who would come on the show would ask about him and also there were fans on social media demanding his comeback”, said Kapil.[4][11]
Following the conclusion of the first season, viewer demand prompted the creators to bring Rajesh Arora back for the second season of The Kapil Sharma Show in 2019.[12][13][3][2]
Current Status[edit | edit source]
As the show shifted from Sony to Netflix under the name The Great Indian Kapil Show, the character was reintroduced with a different name and look in Season 4 Episode 8 to avoid Copyright claims from the former channel.[14]
See also[edit | edit source]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 "Kapil Brings Back Rajesh Arora on 'The Kapil Sharma Show'". TheQuint. 16 January 2019. Retrieved 10 November 2026.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Video: 'द कपिल शर्मा शो' में मिलेगा कॉमेडी का डबल डोज, लौट रहा है ये बड़ा किरदार" [Get a double dose of comedy on 'The Kapil Sharma Show'—a major character is making a return!]. Amar Ujala (in हिन्दी). 17 January 2019. Retrieved 10 November 2026.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 "The Kapil Sharma Show: Rajesh Arora makes a comeback. Internet can't keep calm". India Today. 16 January 2019. Retrieved 10 November 2026.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Mathur, Yashika (17 February 2017). "The Kapil Sharma Show: Kapil to bring back Rajesh Arora's character". Hindustan Times. Archived from the original on 20 October 2019. Retrieved 10 November 2026.
- ↑ "Rajesh Arora 2.0 The Kapil Sharma Show SET India Rewind". Youtube. SET India. Retrieved 10 November 2026.
- ↑ "The Kapil Sharma Show: Kapil brings back his character Rajesh Arora". The Indian Express. 16 January 2019. Retrieved 10 November 2026.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 "Hilarious Rajesh Arora Jokes That Will Bring A Smile On Your Face! - RVCJ Media". RVCJ. 1 November 2016. Retrieved 10 November 2026.
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 "Bittu Sharma and Mashoor Gulati's famous moments on The Kapil Sharma Show". BollySpice.com - The latest movies, interviews in Bollywood. 30 March 2017. Retrieved 10 November 2026.
- ↑ "The Kapil Sharma Show, Episode update 19th February 2017: Rinku Bhabhi and Rajesh Arora leave you in splits". The Times of India. 20 February 2017. Retrieved 10 November 2026.
- ↑ "The Kapil Sharma Show: Kapil Sharma returns as Rajesh Arora; watch his fun banter with Bacha Yadav". The Times of India. 16 January 2019. Retrieved 10 November 2026.
- ↑ "The Kapil Sharma Show: Kapil To Bring Back Rajesh Arora's Character". 18 February 2017. Retrieved 10 November 2026.
- ↑ "कपिल शर्मा के शो पर हुई राजेश अरोड़ा की वापसी, वायरल हुआ वीडियो" [Rajesh Arora returns to The Kapil Sharma Show; video goes viral]. AajTak (in हिन्दी). 16 January 2019. Retrieved 10 November 2026.
- ↑ Singh, Nandan (15 January 2019). "कपिल शर्मा के शो पर 'Rajesh Arora' की धमाकेदार वापसी, दर्शक हो गए लोट-पोट, देखें Video" ['Rajesh Arora' makes a spectacular return to Kapil Sharma's show, leaving the audience in splits—watch the video.]. NDTV India (in हिन्दी). Retrieved 10 November 2026.
- ↑ "Sunil Grover's FUNNIEST News Debate 🤣 Ft. Triptii Dimri & More TGIKS Netflix India". YouTube. Netflix India. Retrieved 10 November 2026.