Did you know that Nayanthara once played Nandamuri Balakrishna’s mother in a film while also being the lead heroine opposite Prabhas? It’s one of those rare and fascinating cinematic combinations that few actors experience.
In 2007, Balakrishna starred in the sensational blockbuster “Simha,” where he played a dual role. In this film, Nayanthara was cast opposite the elder Balakrishna, portraying the wife of his character. As the story unfolds, their son grows up to be young Balakrishna, making Nayanthara his on-screen mother.
Interestingly, Nayanthara was later paired opposite Prabhas in “Yogi,” where she played his love interest—despite being cast as Balakrishna’s mother in another film. This unusual contrast in roles makes her the only actress to share such diverse pairings in Tollywood.
Nayanthara and Her Approach to Promotions
Apart from her unique cinematic journey, Nayanthara is known for avoiding pre-release events and promotional activities for her films. However, she has agreed to participate in promotional events for Chiranjeevi and Anil Ravipudi’s upcoming film, a surprising change from her usual stance.
Recently, Anil Ravipudi introduced Nayanthara’s entry into the film in his signature style, hinting at a new approach in her promotional involvement. Fans speculate that future projects may see her actively participating in promotions, which is unusual for her but aligns with her growing industry presence.
Some netizens believe that, given her ₹10 crore remuneration per film, engaging in promotional activities is only expected at this stage of her career.
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