MUMBAI: One of our best memories growing up was receiving ‘pocket money’ or the money our parents and relatives gave us on festive occasions.

Television star Shashank Vyas, popular for his stint in Balika Vadhu as Dr. Jagdish and Jaana Na Dil Se Door as Captain Ravish Ramakant Vashist, shares one such memory in a tête-à-tête with TellyChakkar.

The heartthrob has grown as an actor and is currently all set to make his female fans go gaga with his role in Colors’ Roop - Mard Ka Naya Swaroop.

Read on to know more about what Shashank had to say!

Can money buy everything in the world?

I don’t think so.

How much did you receive as your first pocket money?

It was Rs. 20.

And your first salary?

It was a 4-figure salary.

What has been your most expensive buy to date?

I would say, my house.

Do you believe in charity?

Definitely, yes!

Do you gamble? If not, would you like to?

Neither do I gamble nor would I like to try my luck at gambling.

Have you ever stolen money?

No, I haven’t.

Have you ever bought a lottery ticket?

I have never bought one.

Do you invest?

Yes, I do invest.

How much you have saved?

Not too much, but a decent 20% of my income.

Are you a spendthrift or a miser?

Miser

What would your dream bank balance be?

Now, since it’s a dream bank balance, it’s better to keep it a secret.