Bollywood actor Kunal Kemmu just shared a childhood memory that’s equal parts hilarious and revealing—a story about a bribe from none other than filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt. It happened when Kemmu was just a kid, already dipping his toes into acting.

Key facts

  • Mahesh Bhatt bribed young Kunal Kemmu to skip a school trip
  • Kemmu called it the "worst deal" he ever made
  • The incident occurred during Kemmu's early acting years

The Offer He Couldn’t Refuse

Picture this: a young Kunal, excited about an upcoming school trip, suddenly finds himself faced with an offer from a powerful director. Mahesh Bhatt needed him on set—and was willing to pay to make it happen. No details on what the bribe was, but it must have been tempting.

Regret in Hindsight

Years later, Kemmu looks back with a mix of amusement and slight regret. He didn’t get to experience that school adventure—something many of us cherish from childhood. Instead, he was on a film set, learning the ropes of a career that would later define him.

Worst deal I made

That quote says it all—a playful admission that even a future star sometimes wishes he’d chosen the playground over the studio.

A Glimpse into Bollywood’s Past

This anecdote isn’t just a personal story; it’s a snapshot of how the industry sometimes operated—informally, persuasively, with a touch of mischief. It shows Bhatt’s direct, no-nonsense approach to getting what he needed, even if it meant negotiating with a child.