Actor Amogh Aaditya, best known for his role as Subramanya in the popular Kannada daily soap Shravani Subramanya, has had turned out to be everyone's favorite on Kannada TV. In a candid conversation with ETimes, Amogh reflected on his journey, challenges, and the valuable lessons he learned along the way.
From Theatre to Television: A Journey of Learning "My journey in the entertainment industry has been an enriching learning experience," Amogh shared. Beginning his career during his college days, Amogh initially worked in writing and direction before transitioning to acting.
"Being a theatre artist further shaped my skills and gave me the confidence to perform on screen. Theatre has been a powerful teacher — it instilled discipline, improved my understanding of characters, and enhanced my ability to connect with the audience," he explained.
Over time, Amogh built an impressive portfolio with shows like Shantam Paapam, Hoo Male, Papa Pandu, Mithuna Rashi, Sathya, Antarapata, Geetha, and Dorasaani. However, Shravani Subramanya holds a special place in his heart, as he plays the titular role.
"I never imagined myself playing a lead role until I worked in the serial Sathya"
"I never imagined myself playing a lead role until I worked in the serial Sathya," Amogh revealed. "That project gave me the confidence to believe I could carry a prominent role. It was a turning point in my career."
Interestingly, Amogh mentioned that the makers of Shravani Subramanya found several similarities between him and the character of Subbu. "Interestingly, when the makers of Shravani Subramanya were casting for the role of Subbu, they noticed several similarities between me and the character. Subbu's personality, his simplicity, and the way he connects with people seemed to resonate with my own traits. That connection made it easier for me to step into the role and bring authenticity to the character. I believe that’s what helped me portray Subbu in a way that feels relatable and real to the audience."
"Subbu is incredibly innocent — it's almost unimaginable how pure-hearted he is"
Portraying Subbu’s innocence came with its own set of challenges. "Subbu is incredibly innocent — it's almost unimaginable how pure-hearted he is," Amogh shared.
To prepare for the role, he studied iconic performances. "I started watching films featuring legendary actors like Dr. Rajkumar, Tom Hanks, and Aamir Khan. These actors have an incredible ability to convey innocence in a way that feels natural and heartfelt. Dr. Rajkumar’s sincerity, Tom Hanks’ warmth, and Aamir Khan’s childlike charm — I drew inspiration from all of them to shape Subbu’s character. Observing their body language, expressions, and emotional depth really helped me understand how to portray innocence without overdoing it."