Vishal Malhotra is a multifaceted Indian film and television actor who has also had a successful stint as a television host. Born in the vibrant city of Mumbai, Maharashtra, he began his career in the entertainment industry by hosting the popular show Disney Hour in 1995. This marked the beginning of his journey as an actor, and he made his acting debut with the television serial Hip Hip Hurray in 1998.
In 2004, Vishal revisited his hosting roots by hosting Disney Hour on Sony Entertainment Television, and later, he played the role of Vetaal in the Disney Channel serial Vicky and Vetaal. His breakthrough in films came with the Ken Ghosh-directed Ishq Vishk, followed by a series of projects that showcased his versatility as an actor, including Jannat, Salaam-e-Ishq, Tu Hai Mera Sunday, Kaal, Dor, Kismat Konnection, and Naqaab.
Vishal's hosting skills were once again put to the test when he co-hosted the popular show Entertainment Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega alongside Mona Singh in 2009. He also hosted the first few seasons of the Indian Premier League (IPL) before making a cameo appearance in the television show Shararat. His acting credits include the role of Dr. Ranganath in Kuch Toh Log Kahenge on Sony Television, for which he received widespread recognition.
In addition to his acting and hosting career, Vishal has also ventured into production and direction. He produced and directed the world's first NFT-funded film, ILM, which was released on Disney Plus Hotstar in December 2022. Furthermore, he has been the brand ambassador for Harpic from 2013 to 2019 and has worked on numerous ad films for prominent brands such as Sprite, Dabur, Americana, Bonn bread, Britannia, and many more.
Vishal has also hosted several corporate events for leading brands like Axis Bank, Reliance, Nippon, Coca Cola, HP Technology, and others. Throughout his illustrious career, he has received numerous accolades for his outstanding performances, making a lasting impact on the entertainment industry.
