Success stories in Bollywood and TV often unfold over years, but Pulkit Samrat’s was scripted in hours. The actor recently shared how a spontaneous midnight journey from Delhi to Mumbai birthed his stardom, all thanks to a pivotal audition.
Unlike peers chasing TV gigs, Pulkit sought depth in characters, steering clear of soap opera clichés. An audition offer initially met refusal, but promises of a distinctive role—and Ekta Kapoor’s involvement—swayed him. Doubts aside, he dashed to Mumbai that very night.
Ekta had previewed his pictures and instantly envisioned him in ‘Kyuki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi’. Quick styling, a screen test, and boom—the role was his. Elation mixed with homesickness; he’d sneaked away without telling his family.
Craving parental comfort, Pulkit fabricated a backache excuse for a Delhi visit. The airport embrace, eyes brimming with unspoken pride, recharged him emotionally. Back in Mumbai, his dramatic entry post-generation leap, highlighted by a signature track, made him an instant sensation.
From obscurity to icon, that fateful night etched Pulkit’s name in lights. He’s since thrived in films, proving one bold step can launch a stellar legacy.