In recent years, Manisha Koirala has been open about her past struggles, including a highly publicized tape scandal. In 2004, a compromising tape featuring Manisha and actor Shah Rukh Khan was leaked to the media. The tape allegedly showed the two in a compromising position, and it sparked a media frenzy. Manisha has since spoken out about the incident, stating that it was a violation of her privacy and that she was unfairly targeted by the media.