Updated On: 17 June, 2025 09:07 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
In the viral video, a fan is seen recording herself in selfie mode at an airport. She claims that she met filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker and that she is a big fan. Only it was not Gowariker in the video with her

Asish Vidyarthi
Actor Ashish Vidyarthi, known for his villainous roles in Indian movies, had once revealed that he often gets mistaken for fellow actor Ashutosh Rana. Now, a video is doing the rounds on social media where Ashish can be seen being mistaken for filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker. He said that while he has been confused for many others in the past, being called Ashutosh Gowariker was a first. However, it was the graceful manner in which Ashish handled the situation that had fans in awe.
In the viral video, a fan is seen recording herself in selfie mode at an airport. She claims that she met filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker and that she is a big fan. Ashish Vidyarthi lets out a smile upon realizing the mix-up, but doesn’t get offended by the situation. While things could have easily turned awkward, Vidyarthi handled the moment with grace and humor.
In the video, the girl walking beside Vidyarthi happily says, “Ashutosh Gowariker, he is on the same flight as me. I am so happy, sir.” The actor then looks into the camera and responds with a warm smile, “Achha, if you promise not to edit it… ye meri khaasiyat hai. Aap log Kapil Sharma Show dekhiyega iske liye. Har ek koi mujhe alag alag naam se pukaarta hai. Pehli baar kisine Ashutosh Gowariker bulaya hai.”