I am happy to prove my doubters wrong: Malaika Vasupal

The actor discusses the success of her debut, Upadhyaksha, her sophomore project Vidyapati, produced by Dhananjay, how she proved doubters wrong about TV actors making it big in cinema, and more

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OR any actor, their debut film is always special the culmination of dreams, hard work, and countless auditions. But when that film becomes a hit, it marks the beginning of a journey filled with endless opportunities. For Malaika Vasupal, this defining moment in her career arrived with a bang through her first film, Upadhyaksha. Reflecting on that career-changing experience, Malaika admits, "The songs from Upadhyaksha grooved their way into people's hearts, and the film itself was a success. It became a hit not just in terms of box office numbers but in the way it connected with people. It gave me so much more than I could have hoped for."

With Upadhyaksha now behind her, all eyes are focused on Malaika's next project, Vidyapati, slated for an April 10 release. As the release date approaches, Malaika recalls the pivotal moment when she first received the call from Dhananjay, who produced Vidyapati under the Daali Pictures banner. "At that initial time of my career, Dhananjay seemed like a superstar to me, and only later did I realise that he is a good human too," she reveals, recalling how the conversation unfolded. "I remember how he told me, 'This is a beautiful role,' and after hearing those words, I knew I had to be a part of this film. Now, as we approach the release, I'm just excited to see how the audience will connect with my character."