Renowned Malayalam actor Fahadh Faasil, who made his Telugu debut with the Pushpa franchise, has finally addressed the criticism surrounding his role in Pushpa: The Rule. While his performance in the first part of the film was well-received and added depth to the narrative, the second installment saw his character arc take a turn that disappointed many fans and critics alike.
In a recent interview, Fahadh subtly acknowledged the backlash without naming the film directly. “I’ve failed with a big film in the past year, so I don’t want to talk about it. When something is out of your control, just leave it. Take your lesson and leave it,” he said, hinting at the challenges he faced during the project.
Though he did not explicitly mention Pushpa 2, it is widely believed that he was referring to it. Viewers have criticized the way his character, Bhanwar Singh Shekhawat, was handled in the sequel, calling it underwhelming and inconsistent with the potential shown in the first film.
Interestingly, Fahadh’s decision to join the project was influenced by his wife, actress Nazriya Nazim. A fan of Sukumar’s critically acclaimed film Rangasthalam, Nazriya reportedly urged Fahadh to accept the role without hesitation. Fahadh himself confirmed in earlier statements that he agreed to do the film after a brief narration from Sukumar, without delving into the complete character arc.
Director Sukumar also mentioned in a recent interview that Fahadh was on board purely based on that initial meeting, adding a layer of intrigue to how the character’s trajectory eventually diverged from expectations. While it’s likely that Fahadh was later briefed on the role in greater detail, it appears creative shifts during production played a part in how things unfolded.
Fahadh’s remarks reflect a broader reality in the film industry — that even seasoned actors can find themselves in situations where the final outcome doesn’t align with initial promises or artistic intent. His candidness has reignited discussions around script choices and the importance of creative agency for actors.
Meanwhile, Fahadh was last seen in the Tamil film Mareesan, which is currently running in theatres.
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