Maniesh Paul recently revealed that Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar once yelled at him during a show. The incident left him embarrassed as his mother was also present. But, the actor-comedian said that he handled the situation with his humor and received praise from the Hera Pheri actor. Read below for the story.
Akshay Kumar once yelled at Maniesh Paul
During a recent interview with Humans of Bombay, Maniesh was asked to share a funny anecdote with a celebrity. She revealed that Akshay Kumar once yelled at her during a show early in his career.
Recalling the incident, Maniesh said, “I asked, ‘Akshay sir ek dialog to bol dijiye.’ He turned around and said chup kar (shut up) in a stern tone. I started sweating with this. My mother had also come for the first time to see my show. I was so ashamed that beizzati hogayi.”
Maniesh further added that he freaked out thinking that the incident would end his career or be the beginning. He said: “I was just asking her for acting advice. Our conversation went to another level and everyone was divided.” He added that at the end of their conversation, Akshay praised him for his humor and even told him that he had fun with Maniesh.
Meanwhile, Maniesh Paul was last seen in Rafuchakkar. It was released on JioCinema. His last theatrical release was JugJugg Jeeyo.
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