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Tell
us about yourself
I
did my schooling in Geetanjali School, Begumpet. I did my +2 (MPC)
in Ratna Junior College near YMCA. I am presently pursuing 2nd
year of my engineering in Shadan Engineering College in Gandipet.
I
went to the morning show of 'Nuvvu Nenu' at Sudarshan 35 mm on
the release day. Teja sir saw me there during the interval. He
asked me if I was interested in acting. I was thrilled and said
yes. Then he said that he is planning a film titled 'Jayam' and
he is looking for a new guy. Later on he got busy in his work
and I was busy with my exams. I went to Sudarshan35mm again during
the morning show of 'Nuvvu Nenu' on 150th day. Then I met Teja
sir again in the interval. Then he took me to his office in his
car and did screen test and photo session. Then he told me that
I was selected as the hero for Jayam film.
When
I was studying my 10th class, my father (Sudhakar Reddy - Nizam
distributor - Venkata Ramana Pictures) distributed Toli Prema
film for Nizam area. My father and Karunakaran are good friends.
Karunakaran told me that I have qualities of becoming a hero and
suggested that I should learn acting, dances etc. It was that
moment which ignited the passion for acting in me.
Did
you take any formal training in acting?
I
did not have any formal training as such. But Mr. Ramanand, the
casting director for Teja gari films, has given me coaching in
acting for 2 months. Bhikshu gaaru also taught me how to face
the camera. I learnt dance for two months from Samrat master.
Do
you dub your voice in films?
I
dubbed my voice for Jayam for just a few scenes. There wasn't
the required clarity in my voice so somebody else dubbed for me
in Jayam and the films that I am currently working (Sambaram and
Dil). I speak very fast. I need to improve on my voice modulation.
I want to dub my voice from the film 'Dhairyam' onwards.
Did
you face any uncomfortable or embarrassing scenes when you were
facing camera?
The
only scenes I felt uncomfortable were the intimate hugging scenes
between Sada and me in Jayam film.
What
is the kind of response you got in terms of popularity after release
of Jayam?
None
of the fresh faces (excluding star's son) got such a kind of reception.
I am happy for that and the credit goes to Teja garu.
What
about response from girls?
I
used to get so many calls. But now I have changed my phone number.
(grins)
What
is the response from your classmates?
They
are happy and sad as well. They are happy because I succeeded
in films. They are sad because they can't spend good time with
me like they used to earlier since I have become busy.
Tell
us about the characters you are doing in the films that are in
production?
I
am doing the character of Seenu in Dil. It is a rough character.
He is very adamant. If somebody asks him to do something, he does
that exactly the opposite. I am doing a soft role in Sambaram.
What
is your aim in life?
I
wanted to become an actor and it is already fulfilled. Now I have
to sustain the position I got through my first film.
What
do you think are your strengths in your acting?
Everybody
says that my eyes are expressive.
How
are you planning your career?
I
don't want to stick to certain kind of roles. I do want to do
all kinds of roles. I got a soft image in Jayam film. With Dil,
I am expecting to get some mass appeal.
Teja
is known for hitting the artists if they don't perform well. Did
he hit you?
Yes.
A couple of times! Once he hit me for one and half hours with
small breaks in between. But I enjoyed it. He told me in the beginning
that whatever he does it is only to help the artist perform well.
Did
anybody hit you other than Teja?
Yes.
My mom used to hit me. So there are only two people who hit me
so far. My mother and Teja.
What
do you like in girls?
I
like simplicity in girls. I don't like girls who carry an attitude.
Did
anybody propose to you?
A
classmate proposed to me when I was in Intermediate, which I rejected.
After Jayam, lot of fans proposed to me. I am a very shy guy when
it comes to girls. I am very afraid of girls. I can get comfortable
with a girl only after meeting her for about 3-4 times.
What
were your feelings after looking at yourself on the big screen
for the first time in public?
Tears
rolled down my cheeks. It was the happiest moment in my life.
Who
helps in planning your career?
Teja
garu and my father Sudhakar Reddy help me in selecting the films.
Teja
told me that Nitin has the uncanny knack of slipping in to the
skin of character. How do you feel about it?
All
the credit for my performance in Jayam goes to Teja garu. He acted
in each and every scene and showed me how to do it. I just followed
his instructions
You
are touted as the most successful hero from Telangana after Janapada
Brahma Kantha Rao. How do you feel about it?
I
do not have any feelings like I belong to Telangana etc. My aim
is to become a successful hero.
You
worked with 3 heroines (Sada, Nikita and Neha) so far. Who is
the best?
Sada
is the best. She is very talented.
Do
you take any care in terms of diet?
No.
Actually I admire Nagarjuna garu regarding his looks. During the
cricket match last Sunday, I asked him about the secret behind
maintaining such a good physique. He asked me to be happy all
the time without keeping any worries in mind. Later on he gave
a list of things to do.
Whom
do you like among the heroes?
I
like Pawan Kalyan a lot. He is my role model in acting.
Who
is your favorite heroine?
Heroines
do change according to the season. Bhumika Chawla is my current
favorite since Kushi.
Do
you surf idlebrain.com?
Whenever
I am home, I log on to the internet. Whenever I log on to internet,
I surf idlebrain.com. mee meda ottu!
Do
you want to say anything to idlebrain.com visitors?
Thank
you for accepting my first film. I will try my level best to entertain
you in the future films as well. Please do wish me the best.
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