Meet Actress Turned Nurse, Worked With SRK, Served In ICU During Covid-19 Pandemic, Suffered Paralysis, Now Rumoured To Join Bigg Boss 19 As....

The actress in focus is Shikha Malhotra, who has appeared in several films, including Shah Rukh Khan’s Fan, Lucky Kabootar, and a number of other ventures.

Shikha had completed her nursing course before stepping into acting. However, according to a post by Viral Bhayani, just a month after her debut release, the nationwide lockdown was announced. Without a second thought, she donned her uniform and joined the Covid ICU in a Mumbai hospital.

Her dedication paid off as she was soon promoted from nurse to Patient Counsellor, taking on an important role in supporting patients during the crisis.

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A year after working on the frontline, Shikha herself got infected with coronavirus. During her recovery, she suffered a brain stroke, which led to paralysis.

Her recovery journey lasted over two and a half years. During this period, her weight increased from 50 kilos to 86 kilos, but she never lost courage. After years of struggle and rehabilitation, Shikha has finally returned to her professional life.

Apart from acting and healthcare, Shikha is also a singer, TV presenter, and painter. She was last seen in Kaanchli Life in a Slough alongside actor Sanjay Mishra.

Speculation about her Bigg Boss 19 entry gained momentum after a recent podcast appearance. When asked if she would like to join the reality show, Shikha was straightforward: “If I am given an opportunity, I will go.”

A recent video from Instant Bollywood is going viral, claiming that Shikha Malhotra might be Bigg Boss 19’s next wild card entry. In the clip, she is seen distributing sweets and thanking the paparazzi while dressed in her nurse uniform.

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