Dhaka, Sept. 21 -- The finale of The Great Indian Kapil Show, which was set to feature Bollywood star Akshay Kumar, has landed in controversy after a skit involving the iconic character Baburao Ganpatrao Apte from the Hera Pheri franchise.

Producer Firoz A. Nadiadwala has reportedly sent a legal notice worth Rs 25 crore to Netflix and the show's makers, objecting to comedian Kiku Sharda performing in the guise of Baburao-a role originally portrayed by Paresh Rawal.

"Baburao is not just a character, but the soul of Hera Pheri. This legacy was built with our sweat, vision, and creativity, and no one can misuse it without permission. Paresh Rawal nurtured this role with heart and soul. We will protect what we have created because culture i...