EXCLUSIVE: Nani on Amitabh Bachchan: “What all of the CGI in Kalki can’t do…”

When asked about his admiration for Amitabh Bachchan, Nani shared, “I see him as an inspiration in so some ways. And I do not think it’s just me. For quite a lot of actors, he’s a giant inspiration. And so far as the Offended Young Man persona goes, it’s just once in a century that an actor with this mixture is made. Bachchan sir is someone whom you can not not like on screen.” 

He further went on to praise his performance in Nag Ashwin’s Kalki 2898 AD. “In Kalki 2898 AD, you enjoy all of the CGI and background rating and world-building. But when he comes on screen and says that one word, it hits you straight in the center. That is the impact of an excellent actor. His voice and appearance are the best combination possible. And the person he’s that even in case you do not know him personally, you understand in your heart that you just like him. Only a few actors could make you’re feeling that way.” 

Recalling an earlier interaction where his Surya’s Saturday co-star S.J. Suryah compared him to the Bollywood icon, he said, “When Suryah Garu compared me to him, I felt prefer it was the largest honour you possibly can give an actor. I’ve just been around for 16 years while he’s a legend of cinema. I’m so joyful someone said that.”