Keerthy Suresh left audiences spellbound with her performance as the legendary actress Savitri in the biographical melodrama 'Mahanati'. As the film is set to complete eight years on May 9, 2026, the actress spoke about how deeply the role affected her.
Keerthy Suresh on 'Mahanati'
According to a report by Moneycontrol, Keerthy Suresh shared that the role was unlike any other she had undertaken. She said, "It would definitely have to be Mahanati. It was a very different role, and I had to completely immerse myself in the character. At one point, I was so deeply involved in the role that I almost lost myself in the character."
She elaborated on the immense effort and emotion she poured into the performance. Many viewers felt that she did not merely act as Savitri but truly lived the role on screen. This natural and heartfelt portrayal is a key reason why the movie continues to feel fresh and emotionally resonant, even years after its release.
For those unfamiliar, 'Mahanati' became a turning point in Keerthy Suresh's career. The role brought her widespread acclaim from both audiences and critics alike. She also won the prestigious National Film Award for Best Actress for her performance in the film.
Keerthy Suresh's Upcoming Projects
Following the success of 'Mahanati', Keerthy Suresh has continued to take on diverse roles in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi films. On the current work front, she will next be seen in the upcoming court action drama 'Sathyavan Savithiri', directed by Praveen S Vijay.
Just a day ago, the first look poster of the film was released. In the poster, Keerthy Suresh is seen turning back, with lawyers looking forward around her. The makers stated, "Calm face. Unstoppable force. Now it's her game... Presenting the First Look of #SathyavanSavithiri."
Additionally, she will be seen playing the female lead in the Vijay Deverakonda starrer 'Rowdy Janardhana'.
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