Pulkit Samrat says actors should be responsible with jokes, calls Kapil Sharma ‘Fantastic’ ahead of Rahu Ketu release

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• Pulkit Samrat stresses responsible comedy ahead of Rahu Ketu's 2026 release
• Pulkit, Varun Sharma, Shalini Pandey star in quirky comedy adventure Rahu Ketu
• The film mixes situational humor and mythic chaos for captivating entertainment.

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As Pulkit Samrat gears up for the release of his much-anticipated comedy Rahu Ketu on January 16, 2026, the actor has shared insights on the changing landscape of humour and the importance of responsible comedy in today’s entertainment environment. In a recent conversation, Pulkit — who headlines the film alongside Varun Sharma and Shalini Pandey highlighted that actors and comedians should be mindful of how their jokes land with audiences while still delivering laughs.

In an exclusive interview with Zoom, Pulkit said, “Sometimes, people don’t take a joke nicely, but we also have the responsibility of making a joke nicely. We should not be crossing the line, but understand the audience. We always gauge the room. It is not necessary to be oversmart all the time with respect to what kind of jokes the audience is open to. If it is a roast and it is intentional, then everyone is playing along. If it is not a roast and you are expecting a Kapil Sharma Show there and get roasted, people will get offended. Kapil is doing a fantastic job at responsibly making people laugh. He is using his jokes and life experiences to entertain the audience.”

Varun added, “Kisi aur ka mazak udana humare liye comedy nahi hai. It is the easiest to make fun of a person, but I believe that is not the right space. There is always an attempt not to make the other person feel bad. Saamne smile kar raha hai lekin ghar jaake na (bura) soche.”

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Rahu Ketu itself is shaping up as a quirky, myth-inspired comedy adventure directed by Vipul Vig, that blends light-hearted situational humour with chaotic fun. The film sees Pulkit as Ketu and Varun as Rahu, two characters whose misadventures promise audiences a fun ride. Early reactions to the trailer suggest that the film’s comic tone resonates with fans looking for entertainment that’s both engaging and enjoyable.