
Malavika Mohanan, one of the most glamorous actresses in South Indian cinema, began her career in Malayalam films but has carved a niche for herself in Tamil cinema. She is now set to make her Telugu debut with Prabhas in Maruti’s Raja Saab. Recently, at a national media conclave, Malavika opened up about her thoughts on the representation of heroines in South Indian films—and her remarks revealed a sense of frustration.
Malavika observed that South Indian films often limit the scope for actresses. “In the South Indian film industry, heroines are largely confined to five or six scenes in the entire film. If we are lucky, we might get two songs, but mostly, just one,” she explained.
She acknowledged that this is part of the trade-off when working in commercial hero-centric films, which offer perks like wider visibility and reach. According to Malavika, this experience is also a stepping stone toward becoming a versatile actress. Establishing oneself in commercial films can provide market value and open up better opportunities in the future.
Her comments reflect the challenges many actresses face in South Indian cinema, highlighting the limited scope of roles, but also underline the strategic decisions they make to build a long-lasting career.
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