When asked to choose between two of Deepika Padukone’s beloved characters, Lady Singham Shakti Shetty and Meenamma, Rohit Shetty had a reply that would surely win our hearts! Rohit Shetty has created a buzz among audiences with the introduction of Lady Singham, Deepika Padukone’s Shakti Shetty, in ‘Singham Again’, and we absolutely love it! However, we cannot forget our beloved Meenamma, aka Meenalochni Azhagusundaram, from ‘Chennai Express’. Every time Rohit and Deepika collaborate, they create iconic and memorable characters.
Meenamma Holds a Special Place in Rohit Shetty’s Heart
Deepika excelled in both portrayals, and in a recent interview, the director was asked which character is closer to his heart. “See, Shakti Shetty abhi toh aage kuch kahani banegi, but obviously, at present, if you ask me, Meenamma will be very close to my heart,”(“See, Shakti Shetty’s story is yet to unfold in the future, but obviously, at present, if you ask me, Meenamma is very close to my heart”, Shetty said, reminiscing about his favorite character from the film. He also discussed the process of crafting the perfect comedic performance, noting that comedy often requires time and a strong understanding between the director and the actor.
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The Journey to Perfecting Meenamma’s Comedy
Shetty revealed in another conversation with Mukesh Chhabra that after four days of shooting, Deepika finally embraced Meenamma’s quirks. She shed her initial apprehensions and delivered a performance that matched the film’s comedic essence. With so much effort invested in perfecting the role, that’s how we got the iconic “Bakwaas Dictionary” dialect of Meenamma, a performance that continues to receive love and remains unforgettable.
A Standalone Film for Shakti Shetty?
In a recent conversation with a publication, Shetty also spoke about a standalone film featuring Deepika’s character and the delay in introducing her to the cop universe. He explained that he wanted to ensure the character had a fitting script. Rohit clarified that the script is yet to be written, though the concept is in place, and the team is still exploring its direction.
Rohit Shetty’s latest release, ‘Singham Again’, starring Deepika Padukone as Lady Singham Shakti Shetty, received massive love from the audience for her dynamic, massy avatar. The film hit theatres on November 1, 2024.
