Gulki Joshi Reveals Close Call with Molestation While Presenting Award to MS Dhoni

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Television actress Gulki Joshi, widely loved for her role as Haseena Malik in Maddam Sir, recently opened up about a frightening experience from her early years in the industry - an incident that highlighted how quickly fan admiration can turn into a dangerous situation.

Gulki Joshi has carved a niche for herself in Indian television, earning acclaim for her strong, layered performances. Her portrayal of Haseena Malik in Maddam Sir won her widespread admiration. Always willing to challenge herself, Gulki recently showcased her versatility in the anthology series Hasratein 2.

The show features a stellar lineup including Dolly Chawla, Sanam Johar, Vivek Dahiya, Vinit Kakar, Amika Shail, Saisha Sehgal, Zuber K. Khan, Karan Sharma, Nyrraa M Banerji, Param Singh, Puja Banerjee, Sandeep Kumaar, Akanksha Puri, Rishaab Chauhaan, and Navveen Sharrma.

In a conversation with Filmymantra, Gulki recalled an unsettling episode during a visit to Ranchi, several years ago. "This happened a long time ago. I had gone to Ranchi for the IPL - I had to present an award to Mr. Dhoni. At that time, my show Nadaan Parinde (2014) was running successfully, and because of the show's popularity, I was invited to attend the event," she shared.

However, what should have been a thrilling and memorable trip quickly became overwhelming. "As soon as I stepped outside, I was completely mobbed by a crowd. It wasn't just excitement - it became physically overwhelming to the point where I genuinely felt threatened. Amid the pushing, shoving, and chaos, the horrifying thought crossed my mind that I could be molested right there in the crowd," she revealed.

Thankfully, timely action from the security team prevented the situation from escalating further. "Just as things were spiraling out of control, the security team arrived and somehow managed to pull me out of the mob. They whisked me away to safety. But the fear lingered. It shook me. That was the only time I've ever truly been afraid of the crowd, of the people," Gulki added.

Despite the ordeal, Gulki's encounter with MS Dhoni turned out to be a heartwarming experience. She fondly remembered, "When I finally met Mr. Dhoni, he was everything you'd hope a hero to be - humble, warm, and grounded. Even though he must have been exhausted after the match, he patiently met every fan, smiled, took pictures, and made everyone feel special."

Dhoni's demeanor left a lasting impression on her. "In that moment, I realized what true greatness is. No arrogance, no drama - just pure, unfiltered humility. It really stayed with me. It reminded me that real talent shines the brightest when it's combined with real humility," Gulki reflected.