Nayantara: A comeback that was not to be! 07th July 2006
18.34 IST
By P. Sreekumaran
It was acclaimed as a prelude to Nayantara ‘s comeback to Malayalam cinema. But, alas, that was not to be.
When Nayan was roped in to play Nayantara herself in the Joshi-directed ‘Janmam’, it was welcomed by one and all as the return of the native.
The film features action hero Suresh Gopi in the male lead and Gopika as the heroine.
But then came the twist in the tale.
Taking time off from her busy schedule in Telugu films, Tara rushed to the sets of ‘Janmam’ shooting somewhere near Pollachiin Tamil Nadu.
But, the scriptwriter and director wanted her to do a small role in the film, according to the actress. Agreeing to that would have meant playing second fiddle to Gopika. Something Nayantara would not do, given her exalted status in the film industry right now.
So, Nayans flew back to Tollywood, refusing to play footsie.
The last word on the episode has not been said yet.
Meanwhile, there are reports that MACTA, the association of Malayalam directors, may act against Nayantara.
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Nayantara: A comeback that was not to be!
