South cinema actress Sai Pallavi is known for completely immersing herself in her characters. A prime example of this is her much-discussed upcoming film ‘Ramayana’, where she appears as Mata Sita alongside Ranbir Kapoor. Meanwhile, her upcoming movie ‘OM: Chapter 1 – Udhiram: The Blood Wood’ has also grabbed headlines. In this project, Sai Pallavi is set to be seen playing the role of a CBI officer.
A Major Decision For The Role
To fit the requirements of her character in this film, she decided to chop off her long hair. In a recent interview, Sai Pallavi shared that after listening to the script and understanding her character, she made the big decision to get a haircut. This movie is scheduled for release on November 20. Her dedication to the craft has once again won appreciation from the team and fans alike.
Parents Reaction To The Short Haircut
Sai Pallavi revealed that she was so captivated by the story that she readily agreed to shorten her hair for the role. After getting the haircut, she first made a video call to her mother to show off her new look. Seeing her daughter with short hair, her mother was utterly shocked and began questioning why she did it. Hearing this, Sai abruptly cut the call. Soon after, her father called the actress and asked if she was wearing a wig. Finally, Sai explained that she had indeed cut her hair specifically for the film.
Director Praises The Actresses Dedication
The film’s director, Rajkumar Periasamy, praised Sai Pallavi for this bold step, stating that she values her work above everything else. Applauding the actress, he mentioned that the short-haired look suits her exceptionally well. According to the director, Sai was so serious about the narrative that she went ahead with the haircut to breathe life into the character.
Details About Her Character In The Movie
In the film, Sai Pallavi portrays IPS officer Nithya Reddy. In the storyline, she initially works as an Assistant Superintendent of Police in Andhra Pradesh before joining the CBI. She takes charge of Operation Mole and teams up with Interpol to bust a massive smuggling network.
