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Time of India
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Authentic and honest roles connect with audiences: Sampada Hulivana
Sampada Hulivana has stepped into a world that's both challenging and rewarding, with her upcoming movie, Ekka. In a chat with Bangalore Times, the actress speaks about her journey, the process of getting into a role and why she is in no hurry to slow down. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Excerpts: 'WHY I SAID YES TO EKKA...' When the story came to Sampada, she was drawn to the film instantly. 'The moment I heard the narration, I just knew I had to be a part of this. I was excited to work with and ,' she says. Her character in the film further hooked her, she explains. 'I have played lighter parts before, but this character in Ekka demanded something deeper. It felt grounded and real, which excited me,' shares Sampada. I am the kind of person who watches a take and immediately thinks, 'Could this have been better?' Even if the director is happy with my shot, I feel like I have more to give Sampada Hulivana 'HONESTY IN YOUR CRAFT MATTERS THE MOST IN THE FILM INDUSTRY' Sampada believes that being honest while playing a character is very important. 'The audience can always tell when an actor is faking it. Authenticity and honesty make a character feel real on screen and help connect with the audience, too,' believes Sampada. For my character in Ekka, I had to stop thinking like myself and fully consider how Mallika (her character) would react in each situation – Sampada Hulivana 'EVEN THOUGH COMEDY SCARES ME, IT IS A GENRE I WANT TO TRY' Sampada, who is fairly new in the industry, is already looking forward to what kind of work she wants to do. 'Comedy is something that scares me, but also it's a genre I'd love to explore. It is a challenge to make people laugh, and if you can do that, you are doing something right,' she says. 'WOMEN ARE CAPABLE OF ACTION-HEAVY ROLES' The industry tends to forget that roles for women do exist outside of love interests and family dramas. 'Women are capable of doing action-heavy roles. Undoubtedly, emotional arcs are significant in movies, but they shouldn't be the only stories women tell,' says Sampada. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now 'THE KANNADA FILM INDUSTRY HAS DEPTH, BUT WHAT WE LACK IS NATIONAL VISIBILITY' 'The Kannada Film Industry has always had powerful, historic and rooted stories, such as Ulidavaru Kandanthe, Kantara, and KGF. These films are not remakes or copies; they come from a very specific sense of identity,' says Sampada. She also feels that national visibility for Kannada films is a challenge. 'Every language has its moment, and I hope ours is coming as well. A lot is happening in the Kannada Film Industry. We just need people to look our way,' she shares.
Pink Villa
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
New Telugu movies releasing in theaters this week (June 2 - June 8): Sri Sri Sri Raja Vaaru to Badmashulu
Lights, camera, action—it's time for another round of Telugu film releases. This week's lineup brings variety and vibrance, with dramatic stories and massy moments sure to ignite whistles in theaters. Whether you're a film buff or just looking for a good time, there's something new to explore. Telugu movies releasing in theaters this week 1. Sri Sri Sri Raja Vaaru Release date: June 6, 2025 Sri Sri Sri Raja Vaaru appears to be a gripping rural action-drama. The story follows a fearless young man, played by Narne Nithiin, who grows up deeply in love with his childhood sweetheart, portrayed by Sampada. Their bond seems unshakable until their families suddenly call off the wedding. The reason behind the cancellation remains unclear and hidden, creating tension between the lovers and their elders. Unwilling to accept this decision, the rebellious hero takes matters into his own hands. His actions set off a chain of intense events that challenge tradition, test loyalty, and ignite confrontations. 2. Badmashulu The film follows the humorous tale of a happy-go-lucky tailor and his playful barber friend. Both live life without much seriousness, often stirring up small troubles with their pranks and laziness. Their days are filled with laughter and mischief, but things take a sudden turn when one of their antics lands them in serious trouble. A run-in with the police throws their carefree world into chaos. As they try to escape one blunder after another, their journey becomes a whirlwind of comical events and unexpected twists. From hiding secrets to facing consequences, the duo's bond is tested in hilarious ways. Along the way, they meet quirky characters and find themselves in outrageous situations. What starts as fun slowly turns into a path of realization. Through their wild experiences, they learn the value of honesty and hard work. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more such stories!
