It took Rishikanth 15 years to get a lead role: 'Because I am not from Chennai'
Dubai: Rishikanth took 15 years to get from online sketch comedy to leading a film, and he is clear-eyed about why it took that long and what the hard part actually is. The actor, who came up through the YouTube group Temple Monkeys, made his debut as a lead in Raja Karuppasamy's Modha Rathiri . He is in front of a much larger audience this week, with the film arriving on Netflix and the trailer…
Dubai: Rishikanth, an actor who began his career through online sketch comedy on platforms like YouTube, made his debut leading role in Raja Karuppasamy's Modha Rathiri, and is now receiving widespread attention with the film's release on Netflix and its trailer appearing on the same day. Born and raised outside Chennai, Rishikanth attributes his delayed entry into Tamil cinema to his geographical background.
He reflected that had he been from Chennai, he might have entered the industry sooner due to more industry connections. However, he emphasizes that these 15 years of waiting were essential for his growth and preparation, stating that getting into cinema is simple, but sustaining it is challenging. The actor highlighted the importance of balancing his personal choice with family responsibilities, and he needs to continue in the industry to support his loved ones in the long run.
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