This is what Malavika has to say about her co-star Ishaan Khattar

Ishaan Khattar has been in news not only because of his films but, firstly because he is Shahid Kapoor's younger brother and secondly that he is working in Karan Johar's "Dhadak" that is (Sairat's remake) opposite Janhvi Kapoor in the lead role.

When a leading tabloid asked Malavika about the same, she said, "He has an identity, he is Shahid Kapoor's brother, after all".

She added, "Ishaan, given his family background, has certain buzz associated with him. Also, he is working with Karan Johar in Dhadak. So, there is attention to that project too."

Although Malavika has worked in Malayalam films before, she calls herself a newcomer in Bollywood. She said, "People don't know me here yet. They will learn of me only after this movie releases. I am a newcomer, but he is known as Shahid's brother and someone who is being launched by Karan. I don't mind the fact that the limelight is on him because it's helping the movie. As long as the attention translates into people turning up in cinema halls to watch the film, it's all good."

"Besides, there's no rule that you must be launched in a big commercial film that's backed by a renowned banner. On many occasions, people have been launched by big banners and yet failed to make a mark. The industry is too fickle for this trend to work. In recent times, many big films have also not worked. So, it's wise to do what one likes instead of succumbing to industry pressure," added the actor.