Ever wonder if fan love can leave a lasting mark, literally? Actor Vishal Malhotra, known for his roles in TV and films, recently shared a wild fan story. It happened right after one of his movies came out, leaving him with quite the souvenir – scratch marks on his body that he says are still there today! What exactly went down to cause such a surprising turn?
The film in question was 2003’s Ishq Vishk, where he starred alongside Shahid Kapoor. Vishal’s part in the movie really connected with audiences. He remembers being totally surprised by the huge fan response when the movie first hit theaters. What unfolded next, as he and the other actors left a cinema, was something he’ll never forget.
He recently talked about this unique experience on the Hindi Rush Podcast, reflecting on his career. Vishal described the scene: "When we stepped out after Ishq Vishk, it was pure chaos." He felt like he was being attacked. But he quickly clarified that it wasn’t anger at all; it was just a massive wave of love. "They simply wanted to get close to us, to touch us," he explained. Believe it or not, Vishal insists he still carries the evidence from that day. "I’m not kidding, I still have scratch marks on my body from people," he shared. For Vishal, it wasn’t a bad memory. He sees Ishq Vishk as a major turning point for his career. The movie was directed by Ken Ghosh and had Shahid Kapoor in the main role.
From Disney Days to Big Screen Buzz
Vishal also gave us a peek into his early days in entertainment. He proudly stated that he didn’t come from a film family. His journey actually started on television. Around 30 years ago, he recalled earning 4000 rupees for each episode he did for the Disney Channel. That added up to about 16,000 rupees every month.