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Jathi Ratnalu brought instant recognition to actress Faria Abdullah, who won hearts with her bubbly “Chitti” role. Though she is a Hyderabadi, her appearance often gives off a North Indian vibe. After a long struggle in the industry, Jathi Ratnalu turned out to be her breakthrough success, earning her widespread appreciation alongside Naveen Polishetty. Director Anudeep KV also gained immense popularity with the film, though he hasn’t delivered a major hit since, leading to a dip in his momentum.

Following her success as Chitti, Faria hoped to rise to the next level in Tollywood. However, industry buzz suggests that being a Telugu girl may have worked against her when it comes to landing big projects with top heroes. Additionally, her tall height is reportedly seen as a limitation by some filmmakers.

Even when Faria experiments with glamorous roles or shares bold photos on social media, she faces harsh criticism. Many fans who adored her as “Chitti” openly express disappointment, commenting directly on her timeline that they prefer her in that same innocent image rather than a glamorous avatar. Faria herself acknowledged this during promotions for her latest film, saying she isn’t fully satisfied with how her career has progressed so far. She believes she hasn’t received the opportunities she deserves and feels that her debut role has somewhat typecast her.

While she enjoys a loyal fanbase that still loves her “Chitti” persona, both audiences and filmmakers appear hesitant to accept her in glam-heavy roles. Due to the backlash, she too has become cautious about going overboard with glamour. Still, Faria is determined to prove her versatility and wants to explore all kinds of roles, including glamorous ones, to establish herself as a complete performer. She also expressed concern over the trolling she faces whenever she appears in a bold look.

Some critics argue that the “Chitti” image has become a double-edged sword, limiting her growth. Now, Faria is pinning her hopes on her upcoming film Gaayapadda Simham, where she promises a different kind of role. The film features Tharun Bhascker in the lead, alongside Manasa Choudhary, with JD Chakravarthy in a key role. Directed by Kashyap Srinivas, the comedy-drama is set to release on May 1.

The story revolves around a young man dreaming of going to the USA, and whether he eventually achieves that dream forms the crux of the narrative. The makers are confident that the film will connect well with audiences.

It remains to be seen whether this film will finally help Faria shed the “Chitti” tag and redefine her career trajectory.