‘I was not mentally prepared’: Sunil Pal opens up about awkward roast moments on The Great Indian Kapil Show 4

Sunil Pal and Samay Raina (Instagram)

Comedian Sunil Pal recently opened up about his appearance on The Great Indian Kapil Show and revealed that he was not mentally prepared for the intense roast session led by comedian Samay Raina. The episode, which also featured Ranveer Allahbadia, quickly became one of the most talked-about installments of the season because of its controversial jokes, viral moments and unexpected confrontations.

Sunil Pal reacts to Samay Raina's roast

Speaking about the experience, Sunil admitted that he was caught off guard by the nature of the humour on the show. While he understood that roast comedy has become extremely popular among younger audiences, he confessed that he was not mentally prepared for the aggressive style of banter that unfolded on stage. According to Sunil, he comes from a different school of comedy and was initially uncomfortable with some of the exchanges.

The episode featured several sharp jokes directed at Sunil by Samay Raina, who even referenced their long-standing public disagreements. During one segment, Samay jokingly asked Sunil why he does not brush his teeth, a line that quickly went viral online. The roast also included references to Sunil previously calling Samay the "terrorist of the comedy world."

Despite the heated banter, Sunil clarified that he did not feel insulted or humiliated by the jokes. He explained that although he was surprised by the intensity of the roasting, he eventually understood the format and tried to take it sportingly. The comedian added that audiences today enjoy bold and unfiltered humour, which is very different from the style of comedy popular during his earlier years in television.

All about the episode

The episode marked the first major on-screen reunion of Samay Raina and Ranveer Allahbadia after the controversy surrounding India's Got Latent. Naturally, much of the show revolved around jokes about the controversy, legal troubles and internet backlash faced by the duo over the past year. Host Kapil Sharma also joined the roast session and made humorous remarks about anticipatory bail and online controversies.

Online reactions to the episode were heavily divided. While many viewers praised the chaotic energy and called it one of the funniest episodes of the season, others felt the roasting crossed the line and became awkward rather than entertaining. Reddit discussions especially reflected mixed opinions, with some users saying Samay "carried" the episode while others criticised the constant controversy-driven humour.

Even amid the criticism, the episode succeeded in generating massive buzz across social media and entertainment circles. The unexpected face-off between Sunil Pal and Samay Raina, combined with Ranveer Allahbadia's appearance, turned the show into a viral talking point and further highlighted the growing clash between traditional comedy and modern roast culture in India.