Nazriya on Acting, Marriage & Movies | InFocus | THR India

Vishal Menon sits down with Nazriya Nazim for an intimate conversation about her journey in cinema, her approach to acting, and her return to the Malayalam screen with her latest film "Sookshmadarshini." The actress opens up about her natural relationship with the camera, her unique process as a performer, and how she selectively chooses her projects.

In this candid discussion, Nazriya reflects on her evolution as an actor since her breakthrough roles in films like "Bangalore Days" and "Ohm Shanthi Oshaana," her collaboration with husband Fahadh Faasil, and her experiences as a producer. She shares fascinating insights about her instinctive approach to character development, her aversion to method acting, and how she draws inspiration from real people for her roles.

From her perspective on the film industry to her refreshingly honest take on fame and success, this conversation reveals the person behind the performer. Vishal Menon explores how Nazriya's infectious energy and authenticity have made her one of Malayalam cinema's most beloved stars, while discussing her upcoming film "Sookshmadarshini" with Basil Joseph, directed by MC Jithin.

00:00 Introduction
00:38 Welcoming Nazriya
00:55 Feeling at home on set despite breaks
01:33 Evolving perspective on acting
02:56 Spontaneous character ideas during casual talks
03:20 Clarifying misconceptions about the number of films done
04:25 Decision-making process for choosing scripts
06:51 Describing the character
09:06 Working with Basil Joseph and their similar energies
10:15 Observing different acting styles
12:12 Camera as a part of life
13:31 Importance of knowing her lines
14:02 Adapting to co-actors with different methods
15:16 Preparation process
16:45 Building characters based on people she's observed
17:43 Fahadh's mimicry skills and shared humor
19:30 Creative involvement in films she produces
23:05 Reflection on audience reception and delayed appreciation
25:00 Spotting talented directors early and trusting their vision
27:50 Discussion on relationship with Fahadh Faasil and balancing work and home
33:45 On disliking dubbing
35:14 Balancing her extroverted nature with Fahadh's introversion
36:12 Her favorite performance of Fahadh
37:14 Message to Tamil fans
37:56 Closing remarks

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[i.m.v.a.l.k.y.r.i.e]

Among South Indian actresses, Nazriya holds a special place for me, She has a certain charm that just holds you in and she frequently appears on my feed, and unlike most Northies who discovered her as Fahadh Faasil's wife, I first came across Fahadh as her husband. Nazriya caught my attention when I watched my first Malayalam film, Bangalore Days. Although she and Fahadh played a couple in that movie, her performance stood out more to me. Fahadh only truly came into my notice later, after his roles in Kumbalangi Nights and Pushpa. For me, his initial introduction will always be as 'Nazriya's husband'

[iamPrinceK]

Watch her in Trance movie, great acting by both 🙌🎥✨

[varunmohan]

Superb Nazriya❤
Pls bring Aishwarya Lekshmi next
From Mayaanadhi, Varathan to Ammu (telugu), Gatta Kusthi (Tamil), PS 1&2, Kumari and Archana 31 not out
She has shown her range and versatility

[Akhil-olyc]

നസ്രിയ ആരുടെ കൂടെ വന്നാലും നിവിൻ നസ്രിയ കോമ്പോ ഏറെ മുകളിലാണ്❤❤🎉

[ChromNewbie]

Note to the Camera Team: why the odd framing choice for single shots in this interview.. she could’ve been properly center-framed with enough nose room.. current framing seems odd for a YouTube interview where the word ‘cinematic’ is irrelevant

[lilacfunk]

She looks a lot like Nayanthara without plastic surgery.

[overtherainbow]

Ive noticed a pattern where she doesnt talk about Om Shanti Oshana cast or crew - be it Jude or Nivin. Same for Nivin in Bangalore Days. I dont know what went down between them.. but hey we loved their work together.. #tocreatingabettertomorrow

[ASK-ceps]

Where's basil joseph bring him here r8 now😂😂

[nannurn]

What a boring interview😬😬😬
The host is always you know you know and even the guest
Not able to tolerate

[lukesebastin]

The interviewer isn't even letting her speak.

[renjuraju]

Evale aarengilum englisho malayalamo parayan padippikk 😂😂😂 ethelum onnu nannayi para