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What does all this appreciation mean to you?
I am still searching for words to describe the feeling. It's hard to know how to react when people tell me they saw Savitri amma in me. I can't thank Nag Ashwin enough for the opportunity. He had so much faith in me and narrated the story for three hours. I was spellbound by the amount of research he had done. He met artistes, writers who worked with her... Pre-production went for almost a year. He decided to cast me after seeing my performance in Thodari.
You have so far stuck to playing conventional heroine roles. This was quite different.
Yes. I realised it was a huge responsibility; Savitri amma was a great actor. Many told me I was blessed to get to reprise her role. One can learn so much from the last few years of her life. I don't think I will land such a prestigious project again. When I saw my posters and banners promoting the film, I felt a sense of pride.
Were you moved by her life?
Absolutely. Savitri amma died young, and yet, she left behind a legacy. Her life was full of ups and downs, and we approached it with honesty. Mahanati is a celebration of her life as an actor. I enjoyed shooting for the first half because it was lively. I had great chemistry with Rajendra Prasad, who plays my paternal uncle in the film. There comes a turning point where my character loses her grip on reality and takes to alcohol. While those portions were being shot, I remember feeling heavy and depressed. I ate little. I couldn't stop thinking about how Savitri amma would have felt. I remember those lonely nights in the hotel room being very sad.
I talk a lot in general but was very quiet while shooting for this biopic. Till a few ADs pointed this out, I didn't realise it.
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