31st March 2023, Mumbai: Actress Manisha Koirala recently discussed her time working with superstar Rajinikanth on the Tamil film “Baba,” saying that it was the movie that put an end to her career in the South Indian film business.
In a recent interview, Koirala discussed the challenges she encountered while working on “Baba,” a 2002 film directed by Suresh Krishna. The actress said that she found it difficult to comprehend and speak Tamil and that this was a huge problem for her.
It was exceedingly challenging for Koirala to work on the movie since she couldn’t communicate with the cast or the crew. “I felt really alone and lonely.”
Koirala continued by saying that her time working on “Baba” was so painful that it essentially put an end to her career as a South Indian movie actress. “I received no proposals from the South after “Baba.” For me, it was like a closed book “She spoke.
The actress also discussed the pressure she experienced to match Rajinikanth’s celebrity status. “I felt pressure to live up to the legend that is Rajinikanth’s level of fame. There was much pressure, “She spoke.
Notwithstanding the difficulties she had while working on “Baba,” Koirala said she is still appreciative of the opportunity. She remarked, “I’m delighted I got to work with Rajinikanth. That was a learning experience for me.
In addition to appearing in several Bollywood movies, such as “Bombay,” “Khamoshi: The Musical,” and “Dil Se,” Koirala has also contributed to a few South Indian movies, such as “Criminal” and “Mudhalvan.” Her time working on “Baba” appears to have changed her opinion of the South Indian film business, nevertheless.
With her part in the Netflix series “Maska” and her next movie “99 Songs,” which is scheduled for release in April 2021, the actress has subsequently made a comeback to the spotlight. Fans of Koirala have commended the actress for giving strong performances and being able to display a variety of emotions on film.
Notwithstanding the obstacles she encountered in her career, Koirala is still a well-liked and respected figure in the movie business, and her supporters stick by her through thick and thin. Also, the actress has been candid about her struggle with cancer, which she beat in 2012.
The difficulties that actors face in the film industry and the value of communication and understanding on set are both brought home by Koirala’s experience on “Baba.” While the movie may have put an end to Koirala’s career in the South, she has been able to recover thanks to her talent and fortitude and keep enthralling audiences with her performances.