I have also reinterpreted this character in my own unique way, as I have done quite a few remakes across languages and know the importance of doing this. Even if I give 10 percent of what she did, I will be happy. I loved how Manju (Warrier) chechi carried her character in Asuran. She commands equal footing with Venkatesh's character. She’s called Sundaramma and has a mind of her own. “In Narappa (the remake of Asuran), I play, again, a strong woman. It won’t be your regular commercial film. I am particularly excited by the cinematography of Dani Sanchez-Lopez. Contrary to rumours, Virata Parvam is not entirely based on the naxal movement there is also an intense love story in it. I have an exciting scene with Sai Pallavi in the climax and let me just say that you must expect the unexpected from Bharatakka. In the film, I play a strong-willed naxalite named Comrade Bharatakka, a deputy leader in the dalam spearheaded by Comrade Ravanna (Rana Daggubati). I grew thick eyebrows, oiled my hair, tied it into a bun, and turned dark for the part. He showed a few references to women naxals and wanted me to portray the role realistically. We did a look test right after the narration and director Venu (Udugula) garu was specific that I look natural. “I took on the upcoming Telugu film, Virata Parvam, because the role was appealing and challenging. I barely have time to breathe with the lineup of films I have. I have worked across languages and delivered hits. When a heroine shows that she can carry a film on her shoulders, she must be given more work. People are in queue to get a chance to cast her. Newcomers are being welcomed today married actors are being cast in the lead. I think women actors must be treated more fairly. The heroes, however, remain unaffected by the occasional box office failure.
In our industry, unfortunately, when a film doesn’t do well, they often hold the heroine accountable.
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Be it success or failure, I haven’t let it affect me as an actor. “When I pick a film, I know nothing about its fate or potential reception.