Actor Dhanush has come out in support of his co-star Sai Pallavi amid the ongoing conversations about her casting as Sita in Nitesh Tiwari’s recently released film ‘Ramayana’. The actor had some warm words
for her at the pre-release event of their film ‘OM’, where he spoke about her faith, talent and the qualities that make her suitable for the role of Sita.
Dhanush Reacts To Sai Pallavi’s Casting As Sita In Ramayana
A video of Dhanush praising Sai Pallavi during the pre-release event of their film OM is going viral on social media. At the event, he said he found the criticism surrounding her casting difficult to understand. Having worked closely with Sai Pallavi, he believes her devotion and sincerity make her a great choice to portray Sita on screen.
Recalling their time together, he shared that she would often spend breaks between shots praying. Dhanush went on to say that he could not think of another actress in the country who could portray Sita as well as Sai Pallavi.
Dhanush sir on Sai Pallavi mam as Sita Maa ❤️
“Even if you search across all of India, you won’t find another Sita like her.She is someone with such profound devotion to God, someone with such a pure heart.
She looks so beautiful, and she is a great performer. ”
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“There is so much noise and chatter around her portrayal of Sita. I really don’t understand it. Even during shot breaks, she would be praying constantly. She is someone with such profound devotion to God, someone with such a pure heart. She looks so beautiful and she is a great performer. Even if you search across all of India, you won’t find another Sita like her,” he said.
Dhanush Is Impressed By Sai Pallavi’s Transformation As An Actor
The actor also looked back at his working relationship with Sai Pallavi, whose last collaboration with him was ‘Maari 2’. Speaking about their reunion for ‘OM’, Dhanush recalled that she was quite reserved during their earlier association.
However, he noticed a significant difference when they came together again for the new project.
“She stood there as if she totally mastered the art of cinema. In her poise, in her expressions, there was so much confidence. It was truly astonishing. Playing this role was not easy at all, but she bravely took the chance and did it so well,” he said.
What is ‘OM’ about?
‘OM’ brings Dhanush and Sai Pallavi together once again, with Mammootty also starring in the film.
Sai Pallavi essays Nithya Reddy, a CBI officer who takes up an investigation into the illegal red sandalwood trade. The first glimpse of the film introduced viewers to her character and hinted at a personal tragedy that shapes her journey and gives her investigation an emotional dimension.
The story also features characters played by Dhanush and Mammootty, with the film marking another collaboration between Dhanush and Sai Pallavi after ‘Maari 2’.
Meanwhile, Sai Pallavi portrays Sita in Nitesh Tiwari’s ambitious two-part adaptation of the Indian epic ‘Ramayana’.
The film stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Yash as Ravana, Ravie Dubey as Lakshman and Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman.
The film was released in theatres on November 5. Ramayana: Part One has made an impressive start at the box office, crossing the Rs 375 crore mark worldwide within its first three days of release. The film witnessed a significant jump in collections on Saturday after a dip on Friday. It has also given Sai Pallavi her biggest worldwide box office success, surpassing her previous record-holder, ‘Amaran’.
