Sharad Malhotra, currently starring in Vikram Bhatt's micro-series "Galat," has shared his perspective on bold content in entertainment, emphasizing that it doesn't necessarily equate to sleaze. According to Malhotra, the portrayal of bold content is heavily reliant on the director's vision and how it is integrated into the storyline.

Malhotra's recent project, "Galat," explores a complex relationship between Dev Kapoor, a 40-plus man, and a woman in her early twenties who is also the daughter of his best friend. The series delves into themes of forbidden love, age gaps, and societal expectations, featuring intimate scenes that are intrinsic to the narrative.

In an interview, Malhotra expressed that as an actor, he is open to various roles, whether bold, comedic, action-oriented, or thrilling. For him, what matters most is that the role is entertaining and that he can connect with the character. He believes that actors should be able to experience and play a range of emotions.

Malhotra acknowledges that "Galat" has bold elements and physical intimacy, but he insists that they are driven by the story's demands and are not gratuitous. He also added that if there is bold content but no story, he would never be a part of it. He recognizes that today's generation is advanced, and the story should dictate the intimate scenes. He trusts that the audience is mature enough to discern the difference between tasteful storytelling and unnecessary vulgarity.

The actor's wife, Ripssi Bhatia, has been supportive of his decision to take on such a role. Malhotra mentioned that she appreciated the storyline and understood that the intimate scenes were essential to the narrative. Her positive reaction was a pleasant surprise for Malhotra, who has typically been seen in more conventional roles.

Malhotra also spoke about the evolving landscape of content consumption, particularly the rise of micro-series and vertical series like "Galat". He credits Vikram Bhatt and Kranti Shah for bringing this format to the forefront with their app, Rocket Reals. He feels that "Galat" has received a positive response and is currently trending at number one on the platform.

Addressing the topic of television, Malhotra, who has been away from the small screen for three years, expressed that he misses it. However, he is waiting for an exciting and interesting project to come his way before making a comeback. He also touched upon the rumors of him participating in the reality show "Bigg Boss," stating that he never says never, but a lot of factors need to align for him to take on such a project.

Malhotra emphasizes the importance of viewers being engaged and entertained and reiterated that the series is pure entertainment with no preaching or social message.