Sharad Malhotra clarifies rumours about quitting ‘Dulhann’ and his relationship with his co-actor

‘I desperately needed a break.’

My accident in the show ‘Banoo Main Teri Dulhann’ (Zee) has brought in a lot of publicity. Stories are being circulated that I have quit the show. However, the fact is that I desperately needed a break.

I’ve been working for almost 17-18 hours everyday. Consequently, I fell sick. So, I requested the channel to give me a break of at least three to four weeks. They understood my plight but have only given me a week’s leave. The twist in the plot (Sharad meeting with an accident in the show) is allowing me a breather.

‘I have never misbehaved with anyone.’

Untrue and fabricated stories about me throwing tantrums are being circulated. If it were so, I wouldn’t still be part of the show. Nobody is indispensable and I am no different. Sure, there are arguments and differences but it’s all work-related.

‘Divyanka and I are the best of friends.’

Divyanka and I’ve known each other for the past four years. Therefore, we are extremely comfortable with each other. We fight on-screen and off-screen  but are the best of pals all the same.

Earlier, there was an awkwardness between us when these stories started circulating. Now, we have learnt to take it with a pinch of salt. I repeat there is only a healthy friendship between us now. If there’s something between us, I will let the world know about it.