Shots Fired At Kapil Sharma's New Cafe In Canada; Khalistani Terror Link Suspected
A newly opened cafe in Surrey, British Columbia, owned by comedian Kapil Sharma and his wife Ginni Chatrath, was attacked- in what authorities believe is a targeted strike by the Laddi gang linked to the banned Khalistani terrorist outfit Babbar Khalsa International (BKI).
The cafe- named Kaps Caffe- 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, celebrations turned to chaos when the eatery was vandalized late Sunday night. No injuries have been reported but the property suffered damages.
World Famous comedian Kapil Sharma's newly inaugurated restaurant KAP'S CAFE shot at in Surrey, BC, Canada last night.Harjit Singh Laddi, a BKI operative, NIA's (INDIA ) most wanted terrorist has claimed this shoot out citing some remarks by Kapil @SurreyPolice pic.twitter.com/p51zlxXbOf — Ritesh Lakhi CA (@RiteshLakhiCA) July 10, 2025
Canadian law enforcement sources are probing the involvement of Harjit Singh alias Laddi, a Germany-based BKI operative considered a high-value extremist by Indian intelligence agencies. Laddi is wanted in India for multiple terror-related offenses and is alleged to be the mastermind behind several recent attacks on Hindu leaders and pro-India figures.
Laddi, along with associate Kulbeer Singh alias Sidhu, is accused of planning and supplying weapons for the April 13, 2024 assassination of Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) leader Prabhakar in Nangal, Rupnagar district, Punjab. The duo is also under investigation for financing terror operations and recruiting ground-level operatives for targeted killings.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has declared a ₹10 lakh reward for information leading to Laddi's arrest. In 2023, Punjab Police uncovered a BKI cell in Ludhiana connected to Laddi and another BKI handler. Four of their associates were arrested for petrol-bombing the homes of Shiv Sena leaders, further cementing Laddi's role in cross-border extremism.
The attack on Kaps Caffe is being seen as part of a growing trend where overseas Khalistani-linked gangs use extortion, violence and political messaging to target Indian-origin businesses, especially those tied to high-profile figures.
Investigators are also looking into whether the Sharma family had been threatened or extorted prior to the attack. Kapil Sharma has not issued a public statement.
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