In the latest epsiode of Bigg Boss 19, music director Amaal Mallik has revealed a surprising secret from his school days. He spoke about his crush on actress Shraddha Kapoor. The confession, which has since captured fans’ attention, paints a sweet picture of his admiration for the actress even before she became a Bollywood sensation.
Amaal, who is currently a contestant on Bigg Boss 19, fondly reminisced about Shraddha, who was his senior in school. He shared that she used to wear dentures at the time, but her simplicity and sincerity stood out to him. “She was a sweetheart, and even back then, she had this charm,” Amaal recalled. His words showed how deeply Shraddha’s down-to-earth personality made an impression on him, even in their school years.
Amaal also praised Shraddha’s genuine online presence, noting that she has one of the most authentic followings on Instagram. “She has the most real followers on the internet, with no fake accounts,” Amaal said, emphasizing how Shraddha’s honesty and authenticity resonate with her fans. With over 94 million followers as of August 2025, Shraddha continues to be one of the most-loved celebrities on social media.
Amaal didn’t stop there. He also acknowledged the pivotal moment in Shraddha’s career, highlighting her role as Aarohi in Aashiqui 2. “That role changed everything for her,” he added, underlining the impact of her performance. He also recalled a particularly memorable scene from Stree 2, where Shraddha’s entrance with her signature hairstyle drew applause from the audience.
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Amaal Mallik isn’t the only one who had a school crush on Shraddha Kapoor. Actor Varun Dhawan also admitted in a talk show that he had a crush on Shraddha during their school days. Today, Shraddha is one of Bollywood’s biggest stars, known for her authenticity and charm. She continues to win hearts both on-screen and online. Currently, she’s working on projects like Tadka and Naagin, keeping her fans excited.