Malavika Mohanan Discusses Her Role in 'Thangalaan': Seeking an Engaging Character
Click to start listening
Synopsis
Malavika Mohanan, a versatile actress, shares her thoughts on choosing the role in 'Thangalaan'. She aims to break free from her established image and embrace a character that challenges traditional perceptions of a heroine.
Key Takeaways
- Malavika Mohanan seeks roles beyond her typical image.
- She embraces the challenge of portraying diverse characters.
- 'Thangalaan' marks an exciting shift in her career.
- The film features a talented cast alongside her.
- She has several upcoming projects, including 'Raja Saab' and 'Sardar 2'.
Mumbai, Feb 4 (NationPress) Malavika Mohanan has demonstrated her talent as an actress across various film industries, including Bollywood, Kollywood, and Mollywood. The actress was recently featured in the 2024 action-adventure film, 'Thangalaan', alongside Vikram.
In her reflections on choosing 'Thangalaan', Malavika Mohanan expressed her desire to move away from the typical image that surrounds her. She mentioned, "I was actively searching for roles where I wouldn't be perceived the same way, you know, based on my photos or the general perception people have of me. I was eager to find a way to break that mold. When this opportunity came, I recognized it as a complete departure from my usual self."
She continued, "Whether I can portray this character convincingly relies on various factors apart from my appearance. The character's look, enhanced by makeup, diverges from the standard portrayal of a heroine on screen. This aspect both excited and intimidated me. However, I viewed it as a chance to pursue precisely what you mentioned, and I seized it."
Next, Malavika Mohanan will star in 'Raja Saab', featuring Prabhas. This project, penned and directed by Maruthi, will also include Nidhhi Agerwal, Riddhi Kumar, Bobby Deol, and Sanjay Dutt in significant roles, among others.
Additionally, she will participate in 'Sardar 2', the follow-up to Karthi’s 2022 hit 'Sardar'.
Malavika Mohanan's upcoming projects also feature the much-anticipated drama 'Hridayapoorvam', starring the renowned Mohanlal.
