Priya Malik Narrowly Escapes Diwali Fire Accident

In a terrifying turn of events on Diwali night, actor and poet Priya Malik, recognized for her participation in 'Bigg Boss 9,' faced a grave situation when her clothes and hair caught fire. Malik recounted via her Instagram Stories how a quick-thinking rescue by her father saved her from severe injuries.

The incident unfolded as Malik posed for photos near a diya, an oil lamp, leading to her outfit igniting rapidly, with flames engulfing her back and hair. She vividly described flames rising from her shoulder and realizing her back was on fire. Her father's swift intervention involved tearing off the burning clothes, averting more extensive harm.

Malik conveyed the deep shock experienced by her and her family, emphasizing the danger of small, careless moments. This incident has profoundly affected her perception of fire safety. Though grateful for her father's heroism, she sustained superficial burns. Malik, whose fame grew from 'Bigg Boss 9,' also features in television projects like 'Nazar,' 'Crime Patrol,' and 'Savdhaan India.'