The attacker was captured on video firing from a car at Kap’s Café just days after its soft launch. The café is Sharma’s first venture into the hospitality industry.
BY PC Bureau
Harjit Singh Laddi, a wanted Khalistani terrorist linked to Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), claimed responsibility for the July 9, 2025, shooting at Kap’s Café in Surrey, British Columbia, via pro-Khalistani online platforms. Laddi, a fugitive on India’s National Investigation Agency (NIA) most-wanted list, alleged that comedian Kapil Sharma made derogatory remarks about Nihang Sikhs, a claim unverified by authorities. No other groups, including suspected Khalistani factions like the Khalistan Zindabad Force (KZF) or Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), have publicly claimed involvement, though their potential links are under investigation.Incident Overview
At approximately 1:50 AM PST on July 9, 2025, Kap’s Café, owned by Kapil Sharma and co-managed by his wife, Ginni Chatrath, was targeted in a shooting. At least nine shots, likely from a revolver fired from a moving vehicle, shattered the café’s front windows. No injuries occurred as the café was closed. The Surrey Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) is investigating, collecting shell casings and analyzing surveillance footage.
🚨 SHOCKING: Kapil Sharma’s KAP’S Cafe in Canada
ATTACKED! 😱Khalistani terrorist Harjit Singh Laddi claims
responsibility for firing 9 shots at the newly opened
Surrey cafe, just 3 days after its launch.Watch the chilling VIDEO! 🎥 #KapilSharma #Canada pic.twitter.com/W6q7nf0KT8
— Sourabh (@vellasrv) July 10, 2025
Investigation Updates
Surrey RCMP confirmed the use of a revolver and is probing potential connections to international Khalistani networks. Canadian authorities, in coordination with Indian intelligence, are monitoring pro-Khalistani online activity for signs of further attacks. The Indian consulate in Vancouver has requested enhanced security for Indian nationals and businesses in Canada. No arrests have been made as of July 11, 2025.Geopolitical Context
The attack has heightened India-Canada tensions over Canada’s alleged leniency toward Khalistani extremists. Indian officials, including External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, have criticized Ottawa for allowing separatist activities under the guise of free speech. A 2025 Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) report noted Canada’s role as a base for Khalistani extremists planning violence in India, likely fueling diplomatic discussions.
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Community and Official Reactions
Kap’s Café management issued a statement: “We are shocked but resolute in our vision and will not be intimidated.” The Indo-Canadian community, including the Indian Cultural Forum in Vancouver, condemned the attack, calling it a “wake-up call” to address extremist activities. Community leaders urged stronger action against figures like Laddi, who is also linked to the 2024 assassination of VHP leader Vikas Prabhakar in Punjab.
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Background on Kap’s Café
Located in Surrey’s South Asian-heavy Newton area, Kap’s Café is Sharma’s first business venture outside entertainment, inaugurated in July 2025. It aims to offer Indian cuisine in a modern setting. This incident marks the first known separatist-linked attack on an Indian celebrity’s business abroad.Current Status
Kapil Sharma, 43, is safe and cooperating with authorities. The café is temporarily closed for repairs and security enhancements. Surrey RCMP has increased patrols, and the investigation continues.Implications
The attack highlights the threat of transnational Khalistani networks targeting Indian figures abroad and exploiting democratic freedoms in Canada. The response of Canadian authorities and the diplomatic fallout will likely influence India-Canada relations moving forward.
