Stepping into a new industry is never easy even for someone who has already spent years in front of the camera. And for Sai Pallavi, this moment feels like a fresh beginning rather than just another film
release.
The actor, who has built a strong career across Malayalam, Tamil and Telugu cinema over the past decade, is now preparing for her first Hindi film, Ek Din. She stars opposite Junaid Khan in the romantic drama, which is backed by Aamir Khan.
At a recent promotional event for the film, Sai Pallavi addressed the audience with an emotional speech, reflecting on her journey and the experience of working on the project. “I don’t know what work I have done, but I felt happy that jo bhi maine kiya, it brings me to a room filled with people who are so talented, and I end up being so humbled. Aamir sir is crazy enough to be that emotional in public, but though I love my seats, I sometimes wish that the lights were dimmed so that I can, you know, be more emotional.”
She continued by appreciating the team and the environment she found herself in during the film’s making. “You guys were unbelievable, every single person, you’re all such beautiful narrators, I could see your emotions, I could see the visuals in front of me. It was absolutely beautiful. Thank you so much for whatever has led you all the way here. God bless you and may you continue to do this and influence more lives and touch our souls. Sometimes I feel my journey in the industry, I don’t know if I was somebody who would genuinely go to a theatre, go to a place where it’s going to be a culmination of such talents, but whatever I’ve done has led me here and I’m so grateful for the whole journey.”
While the moment was celebratory, she also admitted to feeling a mix of excitement and anxiety about entering Hindi cinema. “Thank you, Aamir sir, for putting me in a space like this, picking me to be part of this movie where I’m able to enjoy this, feel so much of love. And every time you all spoke about love, I could see your face glow. This is going to be my first Hindi film. I’m actually quite nervous. But it’s an absolutely beautiful journey. Thank you so much to the whole team. Junaid was an absolutely beautiful co-star. An obedient child, actually. He’s so nice. I had a great time. Today I didn’t prepare what I wanted to say, but please forgive me. There’s a lot of love inside for you.”
Directed by Sunil Pandey, Ek Din is produced by Aamir Khan, Mansoor Khan and Aparna Purohit under the banner of Aamir Khan Productions.
The film is an adaptation of the 2016 Thai movie One Day, and follows a quiet love story between two colleagues. It centres on a man who is unable to express his feelings and wishes for just one day with the woman he loves—only for that wish to unexpectedly come true.
