Siddhu Jonnalagadda interview: The humour in ‘Jack’ will not dilute its crux
As ‘Jack’ gears up for release, actor Siddhu Jonnalagadda discusses his career post the Tillu films, the funny guy image, and his writing process
Siddhu Jonnalagadda, the actor who stars in the upcoming Telugu film 'Jack', discusses his career post the Tillu films, his humorous image, and his writing process. 'Jack', directed by Bhaskar, is an investigative action entertainer where Siddhu plays a character that brings humor to the narrative. Despite the success of his previous roles, Siddhu expresses relief in focusing solely on acting for this film, finding it a welcome breather after years of wearing multiple creative hats.
He admits to experiencing withdrawal symptoms but has managed to resist the urge to take on other departmental responsibilities. Siddhu's character in 'Jack' is dialogue-heavy, similar to his role in 'Tillu', and many of his lines were improvised on set. The film, which also reunites Siddhu with director Bhaskar, explores larger issues while maintaining a light-hearted tone.
Siddhu's writing process is influenced by his experiences as an engineer and MBA graduate, and he credits watching editor Navin Nooli for helping him understand script structure. Despite his success, Siddhu remains grounded, with his close-knit group of friends ensuring he maintains a balanced perspective.
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