Actress Elizabeth Olsen, globally renowned for her powerful portrayal of Wanda Maximoff in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, has discovered she commands a surprisingly loyal and passionate fan base in India. During a candid conversation with Bombay Times, the actress was taken aback by the immense love she receives from Indian audiences, despite never having visited the country.
Surprise and Cinematic Exploration
Expressing her delight and surprise, Olsen revealed her desire to one day travel to India. I have never been to India. I'd love to, she confessed, adding a intriguing note for her fans, I've definitely seen Indian content. The actress is now shifting gears from superhero sagas to the world of romance and comedy with her upcoming film, Eternity.
In this new movie, which hits theatres tomorrow across PVR INOX Cinemas in the country, she shares the screen with co-stars Miles Teller and Callum Turner. While 'Eternity' is billed as a rom-com, it also provided Olsen with the opportunity to explore deeper emotional layers of her character, moving beyond mere light-hearted moments.
The Art of On-Screen Chemistry and Defining Love
When asked about the secret to creating believable chemistry with an on-screen partner, Olsen offered a refreshingly practical perspective. She believes the foundation is on the page in the script itself. There's something that is a lucky gift when you get to play characters that are just the most comfortable version of themselves, she explained.
She contrasted this with the often forced nature of on-screen intimacy, stating that for her and her co-stars, their bickering and frustrations with each other was a form of intimacy. This natural dynamic, born from time spent together, often translates more authentically than contrived romantic situations.
Given her role in a film that explores the concept of everlasting love, Olsen was prompted to share her personal philosophy on love. She refused to confine it to a single definition. I think love is allowed to be so many different things, she mused, validating every stage of romantic experience.
She elaborated, I think the love you feel with your first crush, at the age of eight, is just as valid as your first real romantic love in more formative years. And so is the love that you spend with—if you end up getting married or choosing a partner. However, when pressed on whether she personally believes in forever love, the central theme of 'Eternity', she laughed it off with a candid, No. I thought it was just kind of funny.
Navigating Emotional Scenes as an Actor
Delving into her process for tackling emotionally charged scenes, Olsen revealed a focused and adaptable approach. For her, the primary goal isn't to force an emotion but to communicate whatever's happening in that moment.
She described the process as unpredictable, where the emotion can sometimes surprise you and catch you off guard. Other times, it's a clear directive from the script or the director, or even a tool used for a moment of comedy. I think it doesn't really matter how one gets there as long as it's believable enough, she concluded, emphasizing the importance of the final, authentic result over a rigid method.
