Vijay Shekhar Sharma, the founder of fintech giant Paytm, is all set to make his debut on ‘The Great Indian Kapil Show’ on August 23. Netflix dropped the trailer of the episode yesterday.

Sharma’s outing on the show comes at a significant juncture for Paytm, which recently transitioned to full Indian ownership and posted a return to profitability — a turnaround widely seen by industry observers as a defining moment for the payments company, according to a PTI report.

The milestone follows Paytm Payments Services Ltd. (PPSL) receiving in-principle approval from the Reserve Bank of India to operate as a payment aggregator, a crucial regulatory clearance that bolsters its long-term growth strategy.

Paytm continues to hold leadership in India’s digital payments space, particularly in QR code payments, soundbox devices, and card machines, backed by a vast network of merchants. Market experts credit Sharma with pioneering mobile payments in India and enabling millions of small businesses, street vendors, and large enterprises to embrace digital transactions seamlessly.

Earlier this year, Sharma voluntarily surrendered shares worth nearly Rs 492 crore to the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) as part of a regulatory settlement, a step that underlined his compliance-first approach and commitment to resolving outstanding issues.

Industry watchers believe that Paytm’s recent revival reflects Sharma’s resilience and sharpened focus on regulatory alignment while continuing to innovate in the digital payments ecosystem.

The upcoming Netflix episode is expected to shine a spotlight on Sharma’s entrepreneurial journey and Paytm’s influential role in shaping India’s digital payments story, with observers saying the timing reflects the company’s renewed growth cycle and stronger connect with its audience.