Elvish Yadav to Make Bollywood Debut in Malamaal Weekly 2

Elvish Yadav’s meteoric rise shows no signs of slowing down.

From dominating YouTube to making history as the first wildcard contestant to win Bigg Boss OTT Season 2, the popular reality TV personality and digital creator is now gearing up for his biggest milestone yet: his official Bollywood acting debut.

Yadav is set to star in Malamaal Weekly 2, the long-awaited sequel to Priyadarshan’s hit 2006 cult comedy classic. Known for its chaotic humor and iconic characters, the franchise is returning with a star-studded cast including Riteish Deshmukh, Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, Raveena Tandon, and Shilpa Shetty.

A Heartfelt Note to the Fans

Taking to X (formerly Twitter) to share the milestone news, Elvish reflected on his journey from an outsider in the industry to a mainstream actor, crediting his massive fanbase for making the leap possible.

"New film. New journey. ❤️ I came from outside, I had no one in Bollywood. I rose from among you people, and your love has now brought me to the big screen. Whatever I am today, it's because of your love. And because of this very love, I am 'MALAMAAL.' ❤️? Just keep the love going. ?"

Not Just a Cameo: A Substantial Role

Addressing rumors about his involvement, Elvish clarified in a follow-up post that his appearance in the sequel isn't just a brief nod to his internet popularity, but a significant acting role.

"If it wasn’t for you guys, my Bollywood debut would never have been possible. For all these years, I’ve done my best to entertain you, and now I’m stepping into a whole new journey. The most exciting part is that this isn’t just a small cameo, I have a really strong role in this film."

He also expressed immense gratitude for the opportunity to work alongside veteran stalwarts of Hindi cinema:

"Getting the chance to work with so many big stars in Malamaal Weekly 2—Paresh ji, Rajpal ji, Ritesh bhai, Raveena ma’am, Shilpa ma’am… I’ll learn so much from them. ?✨ I’m truly grateful for this opportunity. ❤️ Just hoping I can learn something from them and make you all feel proud of me! ?"

What to Expect from Malamaal Weekly 2

The original 2006 film Malamaal Weekly, directed by Priyadarshan, became an instant fan favorite for its slapstick comedy, quirky small-town premise, and memorable ensemble performances.

With Malamaal Weekly 2, the franchise aims to bring back the signature chaotic humor while blending classic comedy legends with fresh web-age talent like Elvish Yadav. Fans are eagerly anticipating how the YouTuber's high-energy screen presence will mesh with comedy heavyweights like Paresh Rawal and Rajpal Yadav on the big screen.