Dheekshith: I’m excited about my Tamil debut

Having made his debut in both Telugu and Malayalam cinema, Kannada actor Dheekshith Shetty has now set his foot in the Tamil film industry. He is currently filming for the project in Malaysia. In a chat with us, he reveals, “I am excited to start a new chapter in another language and embrace new experiences. The film, based on a real incident that happened in Tamil Nadu in 2009, is a survival drama about a man’s journey in Malaysia. The role’s grounded and realistic nature attracted me.”
‘EACH SOUTH FILM INDUSTRY HAS ITS OWN APPROACH’
The actor who has now worked in all south film industries tells us, “The heart of filmmaking lies in the team and its collaboration. Each south film industry has its own approach, but the differences are subtle, aside from culture. I hope to break genre barriers by working across industries.”
‘MY THEATRE BACKGROUND HAS HELPED POLISH MY ACTING SKILLS’
Dheekshith shares that his theatre background has aided his craft. He explains, “My time in theatre made learning Telugu and Malayalam easier, and now I’m learning Tamil. Whenever I am free between filming, I review scripts and act in plays, which enhances my acting. I also work as a faculty at a theatre troupe, a role I enjoy.”